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Morocco becomes first African nation to qualify for 2026 FIFA World Cup

In 2022, Morocco registered the best performance of their FIFA World Cup history. Under Romain Saiss’ captaincy, Morocco beat Belgium and Canada and reached the semi-finals.

September 6, 2025 Rounak Tewari

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WATCH: South African star performs Ronaldo’s celebration after eliminating Morocco in AFCON 2023

South African midfielder Teboho Mokoena brought out Cristiano Ronaldo’s iconic celebration after scoring a 90th-minute freekick to make the score 2-0.

January 31, 2024 Abhishek Sandikar

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Cristiano Ronaldo’s Marrakesh hotel provides refuge to Morocco earthquake victims: Reports

Cristiano Ronaldo has been known for providing help to the victims of natural disasters in the past.

September 11, 2023 Arjun Sharma

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Who is Nouhaila Benzina? – The first player to wear hijab at FIFA Women’s World Cup

The hijab was banned by FIFA until 2014, citing health and safety concerns. The ban was lifted after a campaign by Muslim players and activists who argued that it was discriminatory and violated their religious freedom.

July 30, 2023 Ojas Naidu

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Sofiane Boufal denies claims of ‘enjoyed Ronaldo cry’ after Morroco’s win over Portugal

Morocco defeated Portugal 1-0 in the FIFA World Cup 2022 quarter-final and stood fourth after losing to Croatia in the third-place matchup.

April 15, 2023 SportsTiger Staff

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International friendlies 2023: Where and where to watch Morocco vs Brazil in India?

The international friendly between Morocco and Brazil will take place on Sunday, 26 March 2023 at 3:30 AM (IST) at the Grand Stade de Tanger Stadium in Morocco.

March 25, 2023 SportsTiger Staff

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Morocco lodge complaint with FIFA over referee decisions in semifinal loss against France

Morocco, on Wednesday, lodged an official complaint with the FIFA over referee Cesar Ramos’ controversial calls.

December 16, 2022 Tanishq Sharma

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Why Morocco captain Romain Saïss left the field in just 21 minutes?

While fans were recovering from the early shock, they got another blow as team’s captain Romain Saïss was subbed off.

December 14, 2022 SportsTiger Staff

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Portugal approach Jose Mourinho for managerial role after FIFA World Cup 2022 exit: Reports

Last season, Mourinho guided Roma to maiden Europa Conference League title, the club’s first major European title in more than 60 years.

December 13, 2022 Tanishq Sharma

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FIFA World Cup 2022: France vs Morocco – Match Prediction, Betting odds and more

France has -185 odds to pick up the win, while Morocco is listed at +550 to claim victory.

December 12, 2022 Abhishek Sandikar

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Will Cristiano Ronaldo play in Portugal’s starting lineup against Morocco in quarterfinal?

Cristiano Ronaldo trained with the substitutes ahead of the FIFA World Cup 2022 quarterfinal fixture against Morocco.

December 10, 2022 Tanishq Sharma

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FIFA World Cup 2022: Morocco vs Portugal – Match Prediction, Betting Odds and more

Morocco and Portugal have faced each other twice in the World Cups and both the teams share a win each.

December 7, 2022 Tanishq Sharma

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FIFA World Cup 2022: Morocco vs Croatia – Match Preview, Betting Odds and more

Morocco and Croatia have faced each other once, in 1996 Hassan II Trophy and the latter won the fixture.

November 22, 2022 Tanishq Sharma

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“I will not return to the national team” – Morocco’s star footballer Hakim Ziyech announces shocking retirement amid ongoing rift with manager

Ziyech’s last appearance for Morocco came in a friendly game (1-0 win) against Burkina Faso in June 2021.

February 8, 2022 Rohan Gulaty