Morocco has experienced a World Cup fairytale like no other.
The Atlas Lions are already the most successful African team in World Cup history – becoming the first ever nation to reach the final four of the tournament. To reach the semifinal stage, Morocco has beaten European heavyweights Belgium, Spain and Portugal. Now the Atlas Lions face the best Europe has to offer – world champion France. After Morocco defeated Portugal, head coach Walid Regragui compared his team to “Rocky.” “We have made our people and our continent so happy and proud.
Despite the close ties between the nations, Morocco and France have only played five times, with Morocco losing four times and drawing once. France has been at its menacing best, dispelling all the doubts that hung over the 2018 World Cup champion. Despite missing at least five key players, the French have emerged as strong contenders to retain their title after grinding out a win against England in the quarterfinals.
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