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A study of close to half a million soccer fans shows how group identity shapes behaviour

On Dec. 18, Argentina defeated France after penalties in what some have called the greatest World Cup final ever. For one month the attention of soccer fans from Brazil to Morocco was devoted to their national teams as the Seleção Canarinho, Atlas Lions and 30 other teams battled through the…

The Conversation

After World Cup run, Morocco shoots at diplomatic gains

Rabat (AFP) - Morocco is hoping its unprecedented World Cup exploits can help it win friends and influence people, especially among an Arab public opposed to its 2020 rapprochement with Israel.

AFP

Morocco’s Atlas Lions receive hero’s welcome on return home

The national team made history in this year’s FIFA World Cup after beating elite teams Belgium, Portugal and Spain.

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The moments that captured our attention at the 2022 World Cup in Qatar

The monthlong tournament in Qatar was filled with excitement, surprise and controversy. Argentina's victory in the final — which gave Lionel Messi his first title — cemented it as one of the best.

WEKU

Croatia, Morocco’s World Cup Feats Can’t Be Overlooked

Qatar’s two underdog stories produced all-time runs, even though they didn’t end up in the final.

Sports Illustrated

Morocco passion spills over to illustrate why World Cup third place play-off truly matters

The Atlas Lions fell short in their quest to earn bronze at the Qatar World Cup, with Croatia earning victory in the third place play-off

The Independent UK

'As a British-Moroccan, I was so proud to see Atlas Lions roar at the World Cup'

Comedian and guest columnist Fatiha El-Ghorri says the Moroccan football team's performance at the World Cup in Qatar has been a huge achievement, and is good news for all Muslims, Africans and Arabs

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Croatia vs Morocco LIVE: World Cup third-place play-off result and final score after Mislav Orsic stunner

Croatia 2-1 Morocco: Orsic’s stunning finish was enough to earn Luka Modric a final victory at the World Cup

The Independent UK

Today at the World Cup: Croatia and Morocco prepare for third-place play-off

The pair face each other on Saturday.

The Independent UK

Morocco launch official FIFA complaint after controversial World Cup exit vs France

Morocco were furious with referee Cesar Ramos following his performance as the Atlas Lions' crashed out of the World Cup with a 2-0 defeat against France at Al Bayt Stadium

Daily Mirror

Mbappe tells Hakimi: ‘You made history’ at the World Cup

After France dashed Morocco’s hopes in Wednesday’s semifinal, the friends swapped shirts, hugs and respect.

Al Jazeera

Cristiano Ronaldo slammed for lack of "dignity" after dramatic World Cup exit

Cristiano Ronaldo has been blasted for failing to acknowledge the Morocco national team after France took the time to comfort the Atlas Lions following their World Cup exit

Daily Mirror

For African fans, legendary Morocco feat means ‘sky is the limit’

Supporters from countries across the continent say Atlas Lions’ run proves that African teams belong to elite of game.

Al Jazeera

Social media reacts after Morocco’s historic World Cup run

The dream is over for the Atlas Lions but they brought much of the world along for the ride.

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France 24

Morocco defeated by France in World Cup semi-final clash

It's the end of the road for Morocco's World Cup campaign, after France beat them 2-0 in their semi-final showdown. The Atlas Lions have still made it further than any African team in the history of the tournament. Also, as the US-Africa Summit continues in Washington, $55 billion have been…

The National (Scotland)

Unlikely reunion sends Olivier Giroud's odyssey back to the Lusail - Joe Callaghan

Walid Regragui stepped out on to the playing surface and looked to be deciding which of his fallen Atlas Lions to move towards first. Their ruby-red…

Los Angeles Times

France defeats Morocco, will face Argentina in World Cup final

AL KHOR, Qatar — France is back in the World Cup final, with Theo Hernández's goal in the fifth minute sparking Les Bleus to a 2-0 win over Morocco, ending the Atlas Lions' Cinderella run to the semifinals.

The Independent UK

Morocco evolve but can’t advance as unforgettable World Cup dream ends

The Atlas Lions played catch-up after France’s early goal but could not pull off a comeback as Les Bleus booked a place in Sunday’s final against Argentina

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Al Jazeera

France seal World Cup final spot with 2-0 win over Morocco

Reigning world champions overcome spirited Atlas Lions display to set up showdown with Argentina on Sunday.

ABC News

France beat Morocco 2-0 to set up FIFA World Cup final clash with Lionel Messi's Argentina in Qatar

There's no fairy tale for Morocco as defending champions France triumph 2-0 to set up a World Cup men's final date with Lionel Messi's Argentina.

Sports Illustrated

France Ends Morocco’s Cinderella Run, Returns to World Cup Final

Theo Hernández got Les Bleus off to a dream start in the fifth minute while Randal Kolo Muani scored in the 79th minute for France to defeat the Atlas Lions.

WEKU

Far from Qatar, fans in Morocco's diaspora are celebrating a historic World Cup run

With much of the world rallying around his country's unprecedented run, a member of the Moroccan diaspora says that "to me, we already won the World Cup."

Al Jazeera

Royal Air Maroc cancels flights to Doha before semifinal

The decision could leave hundreds of Moroccan fans stranded before a historic World Cup semifinal against France.

AFP

Palestinians say World Cup proves their cause not 'buried'

Ramallah (Palestinian Territories) (AFP) - Morocco's support for the Palestinians during the Atlas Lions' historic World Cup run shows the cause has not been "buried", says Palestinian Football Association chief Jibril Rajoub.

Al Jazeera

How Morocco gave people from Global South the power to believe

Morocco’s fairytale run resulted in unanimous support from the Global South that enraptured millions of people.

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