World reacts to Morocco's historic win vs Spain

Morocco faced Spain in the round of 16 of the 2022 Qatar World Cup and won in penalties thanks to a historic performance from the Moroccan squad.

From all corners of the country to the African countries and the Arab world, the cheers intensified for the solidity and unity that the Moroccan team showed against Spanish Coach Luis Enrique’s “Tiki-Taka”.

Although several injuries and severe tiredness plagued the Moroccan side, Head Coach Walid Regragui, nicknamed “Avocado Head”, responded to the physical and technical difficulties through his devotion and dedication towards making his dressing room a family. This camaraderie will translate to a historical feat, fueled by the thirst and passion of several generations.

The Moroccan national team received mass support from its neighboring countries, African supporters and the Arab world alike. They see the Moroccan team as a beacon of pride in the face of the biggest and most decorated nations in the game.

The world reacted to the feat, from fans to newsrooms to celebrities around the world, and witnessed the showdown between the historic rivals.

Morocco heads into the quarter-finals, where they will face Portugal on Saturday at 4:00 pm Moroccan time, as they take on another European heavyweight who qualified after humbling Switzerland 6-1.

World:

Absolute scenes. ?

Morocco are into the World Cup Quarter-Finals! ?? #FIFAWorldCup | @adidasfootball

— FIFA World Cup (@FIFAWorldCup) December 6, 2022

Morocco has made us all proud. Still unbeaten. Only conceded one goal all tournament. Through to the quarter finals.

African excellence ???? pic.twitter.com/qvxIBHPFVb

— Mod (@CFCMod_) December 6, 2022

Amazing victory for Morocco. Incredible effort. Well played.

— Gary Lineker ?? (@GaryLineker) December 6, 2022

Morocco celebrated their Round of 16 win against Spain by tossing their GK in the air ❤️

He saved all three penalties from Spain! ? pic.twitter.com/EhU3cva02g

— ESPN FC (@ESPNFC) December 6, 2022

It’s actually MAD that Morocco so far have conceded just ONE goal at the World Cup despite facing Croatia, Belgium, and now Spain, who they’ve eliminated. ?

RESPECT TO THIS TEAM! pic.twitter.com/JjyX5TR9vl

— UtdFaithfuls (@UtdFaithfuls) December 6, 2022

MENA:

NOTRE HÉROS ???????? pic.twitter.com/UrUW65EPzG

— Jamel Debbouze (@DebbouzeJamel) December 6, 2022

The real hero was this Moroccan man. He works as a security in the stadium. His home country was playing a historic game and yet he gave the pitch his back to fulfill his duties of keeping us safe. You can see the emotions on his face when Morocco won. ❤️??❤️

#FIFAWorldCup pic.twitter.com/VPQnVkhvhK

— Mohammed Fahad Kamal (@mfk600) December 7, 2022

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— كأس العالم FIFA ? (@fifaworldcup_ar) December 6, 2022

Morocco fans gathered in central London to celebrate the team’s victory over Spain at #FIFAWorldCup on Tuesday with Palestinian flags. ????? pic.twitter.com/YlDCpurA5A

— Quds News Network (@QudsNen) December 6, 2022

⚽ What a time to be alive!

?? Morocco has made history as the first Arab team to reach the World Cup quarter finals, and fans are not shying away from showing their excitement.

? Watch how supporters are celebrating following the well deserved win! pic.twitter.com/g2G5BBP1LO

— Doha News (@dohanews) December 6, 2022

From Gaza, congrats to Morocco ??

Palestinians in Gaza celebrate the Moroccan national team’s historic win over Spain today at #FIFAWorldCup in Qatar ???? pic.twitter.com/2oGVHrTsOn

— Al-Jarmaq News (@Aljarmaqnetnews) December 6, 2022