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What Experts Are Saying Regarding Morocco’s Victory Against Portugal

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December 10, 2022

What Experts Are Saying Regarding Morocco's Victory

Today, Saturday, 10th of December, 2022, history was made for the African continent as Morocco defeated Portugal in the 2022 Qatar World Cup quarter-finals to advance into the semi-finals.

Before halftime, Youssef En-Nesyri gave Morocco a startling lead, and Walid Regragui’s team successfully held off Portugal to secure a 1-0 victory.

For Ronaldo, this was the second World Cup game in a row he started on the bench because Goncalo Ramos, who had just scored an incredible hat-trick against Switzerland in the round of 16, was kept on by Portugal manager Fernando Santos. As a matter of fact, this might be Ronaldo’s last World Cup game.

In reaction to this glorious moment for the African continent at large, here are some of the things experts are saying regarding the victory.

Piers Morgan described the victory as a well-deserved one. “Wow. Morocco win. Heartbreak for Portugal but what a moment for Africa and the Arab world. And so well deserved – they were fantastic tonight.”

Somalian writer, Hqorane described Morocco’s win as an immortalized moment in the history of football. “A header that will be immortalized in history in its brightest football pages.. An elaborate header that delighted millions and raised the ceiling of expectations.. #المغرب The most enjoyable, creative, and raising the head of Africans and Arabs in the World Cup!”

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Africa Facts Zone, however, noted that if Morocco won, it will provide the continent with 11 slots at the next world cup and Africa will have 9 permanent slots.

The tweet reads: “If Morocco defeat Portugal and qualify for the Semi Finals of the FIFA World Cup, Africa will get 11 slots in the 2026 World Cup. 9 permanent slots, 1 via playoff and 1 because they reached the Semi Finals. Morocco are unbeaten in this World Cup, and have only conceded 1 goal.”

Renowned football commentator, Jim Beglin described Morocco’s win as “Mesmeric” and an “Outstanding achievement”.

Former football star, Didier Drogba congratulated the Moroccan team with a concluding “Long live Africa…”