The Atlas lions of Morocco have secured a historic semi-final slot at the world cup in Qatar after beating European powerhouse Portugal.
Morocco beat Portugal through Youssef En-Nesyri 42 thumping header to make a historic passage into the last four.
This record makes morocco as the only African country to reach that stage after an impressive series of matches from the North African heavyweight. Morocco faces a stern test to book a final ticket against France, the defending champions.
France knows victory against surprise package Morocco would leave them just one win away from becoming the first team in 60 years to successfully defend the trophy
They are therefore a heavy favourites to win at the Al Bayt Stadium.
Morocco topped a group containing Croatia and Belgium before beating Spain on penalties and then dumping Cristiano Ronaldo’s Portugal out of the tournament.
Morocco are the first African side and the first Arab nation to reach the semi-finals of a World Cup.
