Morocco have made history by becoming the first African nation to reach the semi-finals of the World Cup following Saturday’s 1-0 victory over Portugal.
Walid Regragui’s side took the lead in the 43rd minute thanks to a Youssef En-Nesyri header he quite frankly had no business scoring.
The Sevilla striker rose high into the air, above Ruben Dias and goalkeeper Diogo Costa, to head home Yahia Attiyat Allah’s cross.
Morocco have conceded just one goal at this year’s tournament, an own goal against Canada in their final group game.
Portugal boss Fernando Santos lined up with the same attack that put six past Switzerland in the last 16.
That meant Goncalo Ramos, who scored a hat-trick on Tuesday, was given the nod ahead of Cristiano Ronaldo.
Ramos had little impact on the contest, which saw Santos turn to Ronaldo early in the second half.
Joao Felix was Portugal’s biggest goal threat, having a header saved by Morocco goalkeeper Yassine Bounou in the first half and another effort deflected wide.
Credit: Sports Bible
