The game of football is often known to be unpredictable and that’s how you can define the Moroccan side in this FIFA World Cup 2022. During the start of the tournament no body did predict this team would reach semi final with big giants like Spain, Germany, Brazil , Portugal to the exit gate, it is till insanely surprising how beautiful game play would stun the world to reach the semi final for Morocco. Individual brilliance is a huge thing in todays world football but you need to keep in mind that this game does make people but also make teams drive to do something unexpected. Its always a team game and cannot surpass even you are the best in the business. That’s how an example is set by Morocco. The were technically sound, defensively constructed and functioned each minute with all effort they could. Looking into the stats you could really understand how brilliant they performed this time. The first ever African side to ever qualify for semi final in this fixture. Great!
Looking into their stat you understand why they are such successful and remain contenders of the cup. Scored 5 goals in which 4 from inside using their speed, headers and lot more tactical improvements in the side.
Total of 31 shots till now it’s been an inspirational journey for them. From being in a tough group and qualifying them was long yet promising journey from them. Beating Belgium 2-0 in group stage, nailing down Spain in penalty and then an astonishing performance versus Portugal with brilliant header from Youssef En- Nesyri, then now wait to face winner of the previous edition France. It will a huge match, a one step away from finals. They wont dare to play anything less than their best. They have brilliant players like Hakimi, Ziyech and lot more who comes into the occasion to perform their best. They have huge influence of European football in their forte as the competitive environment in the various league of this continent with a presence of great quality each player induces the experience in their play.
This is how football is way different then any other sports till date. The side which you consider to excel with such huge teams lined up in the race actually performs with all hearts out and passion for the sport and country. People rejoice and celebrate as football is a sport of celebration. Each day as we see worldwide conflict around the globe, football reunites everyone and played with real love and sincerity. All the best to Morocco.
It was great to see them bag 4th place in the tournament after a tremendous performance from the team. Yes, they did have hard time from France and Croatia where they fell sort but the glory they brought to their name was immense. They made history with graceful performance and acknowledging their parents on and off the field was a mark of motivation for every team in the tournament to play their best. the European talent along with the composed positioning and holding play in the field, the fast moving counter attack and keeping their defense in shape was such an inspiration for all to witness in this world cup. The journey for them ended with a smile and pride to cherries and set an example for upcoming years.