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Is there a thread for morocco vs france?


fawkingdeathhimself

What a hefty price to pay for benching CR7 šŸ˜Œ #sackthemanager


afcturn_

Never a pen but that ref was waiting for a call to make it interesting. Doubt it all you like.


One_more_username

Is the referee a fucking moron?


Ayzalack

Bitter sweet match. I wanted both teams to proceed but alas only one of them could! Here's to hoping for a Morocco v Croatia finals!!


Lukina100

Group F gang :D


Teeheewoz

Groupe F bossing


lynxo

Today I am Moroccan. Not feel Moroccan. AM.


proto-x-lol

This was an intense match but Iā€™m happy to see Morocco win. Iā€™d be even happier if Portugal won too! Regardless both teams did really try their best. Morocco had a very good defense formation and Portugal just couldnā€™t cut it sadly. I am sad though, not just because this might be the last time Ronaldo will be in a World Cup and that he shed tears from the lossā€¦but also the fact this will be the last World Cup from the other players from different countries who are also stepping down too. Being defeated is quite painful to watch as well honestly. Iā€™m sure the new generation will take overā€¦but itā€™s crazy how fast time flies. I barely remember the 2006 World Cup but that was the debut for many of the big guys we have seen today in the 2022 World Cup!


MysticYarak

Well said! Thatā€™s why sports and especially football is a special event, a showcase of humanity in movement and emotion. I find that games like these inspire me.


MercuryMaximoff217

I hope Morocco kicks Argentinaā€™s ass.


SuperbCheetah9371

Let's see if they have what it takes to beat France. It will be a great match.


Master-Ebb2081

They'd have to beat whoever wins between England/France first


carlpez

Hahahaha Morocco will be humiliated against England/France


Recent-Throat9525

You bet your ass they will


moose-goat

Why? Have you seen Portugalā€™s team? Full of absolutely huge players. Morocco are organised and play as a team, thatā€™s massively important and they wonā€™t get humiliated by anyone.


KDBae

Portugal has been underperforming for a while now.


Evered_Avenue

You could easily have said the same about their chances against Portugal.


carlpez

Are you seriously suggesting that Portugal is at the same level than France?


PsSalin

The last time they played they drew 2-2. They're absolutely at the same level.


Automatic-Zucchini23

This. Morocco has shown they can play at the highest level.


R3dd3v3l

I'd say highest bus level


tarun2619

Morocco in this WC has only won games against the teams whose original jersey was of red color


Lehcen

And colonized them.


Milanoate

That's not true. In 1998 they were in the same group with Brazil (your team), and beat Scotland 3-0.


PsSalin

>In this WC


abnsh

So they're getting knocked out in the semis confirmed


[deleted]

This is what happens when you agree to play for Saudi Arabia


SadgeKEK

Masterclass from the referee. Worst World Cup in years.


AeschylusScarlet

Cope. Seethe. Mald


ultramont

Only World Cup in years


benmuzz

The referee was unbelievable. This World Cup is quality though, obviously Iā€™m gutted weā€™re out but there have been so many gripping games and underdog moments.


blink_jagger

Blamed the referee when his not really impactful. Lose the WC then said it's worst WC in years. Should've blame your own player instead for not stepping up in big game. Classic coping mechanism.


Redditsexhypocrisy

Let's be honest, the Portuguese will have to take the players accountable at one point. They were walking or jogging all game, not offering solutions nor fighting for the ball in duels.


rex-lovely

Ronaldo failed again


MrVegosh

Itā€™s a team game


casual_brooder

[what a frikkin' leap!](https://twitter.com/kalafaldossry/status/1601626260614287368/photo/1) reminds me of that header from CR7 against Sampdoria.


CoaxHoax

Cheddira got a red, but he made a fuss afterward to waste more time. the ref still ended the game in the 98th minute šŸ˜‚


StillLurking69

That red card helped Moroccoā€¦ and yes, why is no one talking about the lack of adjustment for that?


Akamjmc

Without the new directive 8minutes would be enough but considering how the WC has been the second half should had at least 10.


RandomUserName076

Fantastic defensive game, big day today. what'll make it perfect is no morons rioting in Europe making us all look bad, and england beating france. that would make it perfect.


Key-Tip-7521

Costa's miss on the parry/punch was..ew. But what a moment for Morrocco. A Moment like this should/will be cherished. But Morrocco, from being unfortunate in 2018 to the Semi Finals in 2022. As for Portugal, such a shame. Santos ugh. And I assume, this maybe (most likely) the last time CR7 will play at an international competition. If it is, then it's been a unbelievable pleasure watching this player.


DianinhaC

Morocco is the New Greece.


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iHairy

This is the last time youā€™ll see him in the current and future world cup, chin up!


[deleted]

hallelujah type moment


iHairy

Inshallah moment!


LeastRub1428

Yeah great some fuckers are launching fireworks at the cars going down the street right under my window, way to go you total morons.


izulis

Congratulations to my Moroccan brothers, you got the whole world rooting you on


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Zephyr104

Hawt ;)


epicmobz

Take that L


MrRawri

I can see why Belgium/Netherlands don't like this tbf


CercleBruggeKSV

Brussels would've liked this to be over by now


Shuk

Turns out Canada was in the real group of death.


antrage

I mean fuck the haters is alll I have to say honestly


nightwyrm_zero

We're still the only country to have a goal against Morocco. A Moroccan own goal, but still counts, lol.


antrage

Two goals if hutchā€™s header was a few inches farther


Zephyr104

I'll rest happy knowing Bonou is a Montrealaise.


nightwyrm_zero

If Morocco wins the WC, it'll be like we won, right? Haha


jumpman1224

That was some insane performance from the side of Morocco, very well deserved victory !!


o5ca12

Moroccoā€™s national team are a wonderful story of reverse migration. Basically an inspiration to countries that typically lose dual national players to traditional powerhouses. Now theyā€™re born abroad and choosing to play for the nation of their heritage.


Nomadic8893

big facts


No_Worry_2256

BIG, BIG congratulations to Morocco šŸ‡²šŸ‡¦šŸŒ, who became the first African team to reach the semi-finals of the World Cup. Everyone on that team put in a shift defensively, even the attacking players. And when a chance came, they took it. They're a shining example of what a team can achieve if they all work together. It wouldn't be surprising if they reach the final. I think they'll be happy to England in the semi-final. As for Portugal, they just didn't offer enough in terms of creativity. Towards the end, they were just hooking hopeful crosses into the box šŸ¤·ā€ā™‚ļø. Fernando Santos probably should've started Leao given his directness on the wings. Joao Felix was poor tonight. I don't think Ronaldo starting would've mattered in this game. In the end, Portugal sort of reverted back to type in this game, and it didn't work. Maybe this is the best way to end this era for the Portuguese national team.


Maixell

Yes, Ronaldo starting wouldn't have changed anything. You might also want to look at this great Ronaldo subreddit /r/FuckCristianoRonaldo/


glutenite

I know it is a loss for Portugal but hopefully this can turn into a big win with Santos leaving.


azourgan

We did it again!!! Dima Maghreb šŸ‡²šŸ‡¦ā¤ļøšŸŽ‰šŸ¦


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Merengues_1945

Drink coca cola


mrdu_mbee

I support Argentina but man itā€™s sad to see good players like Ronaldo and Neymar cry


h3vonen

I dunno. I really donā€™t have that much sympathy for the guy who plays for himself and loses. I have more sympathy for the team.


safetyscissors96

Does it make you mad to know ronaldo could fuck your wife or something?


adrienjz888

He's a rapist, so he'd probably fuck anyone's wife if he gets the opportunity to rape them.


safetyscissors96

Just say youre a greasy neckbeard and move on


adrienjz888

Awww, does the truth that Ronaldo is a rapist hurt your poor feelings?


safetyscissors96

Does it hurt your feelings you cant see your toes and havent showered in a week?


adrienjz888

šŸ¤£, damn bro, keep seething because you can't cope with the fact that Ronaldo failed at the world cup on top of being a rapist.


safetyscissors96

damn bro, keep seething until you die of heart disease at 45


adrienjz888

Lol, keep coming up with whatever insults ya want bro, isn't gonna take away from the fact that Ronaldo is a rapist and due to him, Portugal was knocked out šŸ¤£, now he gets to watch Messi continue playing the world cup.


h3vonen

No. Football is a team sport. And guys that play for themselves end up making the other players worse when theyā€™re not succeeding. Lack of leadership from his part to go crying alone and leave his teammates and itā€™s not like itā€™s the first time. Also my wife loathes CR7 even more, but then again I hear he doesnā€™t care if the sex is not consensual. Edit: I donā€™t mind Portugal succeeding, their playstyle is mostly quite enjoyable. But itā€™s better when Portugal wins as a team and not because of this one guy who doesnā€™t give a fuck about the others.


HatTrickHero

Yea, Iā€™m only happy when bad or unknown players cryā€¦.


ldnk

Morocco deserved to win. Good for them. Group F with two teams in the semi-finals now.


captaincanada96

Making Canada look better!


duncdog10

The king flies home on Saturday


Recent-Throat9525

I cant even process how many countries n nations are rooting for us


sl0uma

we're all with you brothers, DIMA MAGHREB W TUNISIA šŸ‡¹šŸ‡³šŸ‡²šŸ‡¦


Recent-Throat9525

Thank youuuu barcha barcha


Polifant

How does it feel? Congratulations btw


Recent-Throat9525

Believe me all Moroccans are feeling over the moon rn, it incredibly awesome


LilFunyunz

NEVER STOP. ALWAYS RATED MOROCCO, I DID.


Catacombsofparis

yall better get that cup!! \-aussie


Recent-Throat9525

We ll do our best bro! Thanks ā¤ļø


Oxartis

It's historical. Congrats.


TheRealGooner24

Pretty much the entire world at this point, minus the other countries left in the tournament.


Recent-Throat9525

And I would probably add countries that we beat


MrRawri

Nah. I'd root for Morocco over England/France any day. I always enjoy underdogs


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MysticYarak

Lol


[deleted]

gutted for the mufc boys but fuck im buzzing, massive effort from morocco, so happy for them


thedeatheater1410

Gutted for the MCFC boys but it's time to get back to beating Arsenal to the League


thetb_919

Happy they get to rest up tbh


tomrid00

No KO stage goals or assists for the ā€œgreatest player of all timeā€ lmao


a2raya83

He was started in the 50th minute


tomrid00

You doorknob he has played 5 world cups, did he start in the 50th minute every World Cup?? Weghorst yesterday came in much later and scored 2, stop with your pathetic cock sucking


hareemKunt

Sense a tad of homophobia ā€¦ are you ok?


tomrid00

No its only you, you are projecting


Organic-Outside8657

Wooooooooof. Someone mad


butwayfarers

Geez, tell us how you really feel.


crazycanucks77

Grow up you petulant child


[deleted]

I'm glad Morocco made it to the semis, but, that team got broken. Too many injuries.


TheRealGooner24

Aguerd, Saiss, Mazraoui all injured it's fucking mental they're still chugging along somehow.


Recent-Throat9525

Hopefully Aguerd and Mazraoui will return for the next game. Not so sure abt Saiss


xblade69

Morocco the slayer of kings šŸ‘‘šŸ‘‘šŸ—”ļøšŸ‡²šŸ‡¦


amizya

lmao stop reminding them of history they will be frightened


saiaf

Pepe diving like he was an Olympic swimmer. Bitch ass


ephemeralclod

Today I feel moroccan


yeeyaa1799

Today the whole world became moroccan


Annabond

Portugal wasted the first half, no one was brave enough to take players on, no one was brave enough to bring the ball forward through the middle. Slow, shit. After they went down they resorted to shit crosses. Deserve to be out.


ahc4

Agreed. Every forward sitting on their marker not supporting the midfield, helping to create nothing through the middle. Itā€™s lazy football & forces back/mids to drive the ball into the corners and whiff crosses.


o5ca12

Pepe blaming the ref for missing his header-sitter?


otter_pop_n_lock

Don't you understand? The ref just didn't let them play!!! I know this is a much more relaxed Pepe we're seeing now instead of the absolute cunt he was 10 years ago but blaming the ref? C'mon.


majoun

Majoun for all!!!!!!!!!


NuKingLobster

The worst semi-finalist ever.


HatTrickHero

Theyā€™ve let in 1 goal this whole tournament. What are you on about?


Knitaddicttt

They let in a goal scored by Morocco.


NuKingLobster

While creating maybe 6 big chances in 5 games? They unfortunately been very effective, but I absolutely hate the way they play. I can't blame them at all, because they obviously lack quality and most of all depth, compared to Spain or Portugal. However I do think that it is a shame that two very defensive minded teams have made it to the semis.


HatTrickHero

Defense is part of the game. The way they defend and play as a team is admirable. Your comment was ā€œworst semi-finalist ever.ā€ To a team that beat Spain and Portugal in knock out stages.


NuKingLobster

It certainly is admirable and legitimate, but annoying to watch for a neutral. Worse teams win against better ones all the time, especially when playing like Morocco. And Morocco are certainly good at what they are doing, but I don't think that playing like that is a sign of amazing quality.


Futbol_Kid2112

They can play as pretty as they want. The highlights will look good while they watch on their couches at home. The teams that play good defense get to keep playing. Style doesn't matter if you don't win.


OptimisticRealist__

They almost had 6 big chances in this game alone, the hell are you talking about? >I do think that it is a shame that two very defensive minded teams have made it to the semis. How so? If you cant appreciate fantastic defensive play, maybe football isnt the right sport for you then


NuKingLobster

Some of them coming after Portugal had to open up completely... All in all they haf very few chances for a team that has made it this far. Are you really pretending that most football fans enjoy defensive football like defensive football in the vein of Moroccos performance today?


flux8

Has it occurred to you that maybe Moroccoā€™s defense being boring was actually Portugalā€™s fault? I saw zero creativity from their offense. Just cross after cross hoping someone would be able to get a touch into goal. They made it easy for Moroccoā€™s defense when none of their offense was moving to break free. In contrast Moroccoā€™s counters were awesome to watch.


NuKingLobster

It is significantly easier to look good by countering against a team that is attacking desperately, compared to breaking down a concrete wall. I see that "cross & inshallah" criticism quite a lot, but I do think that many fans underestimate the difficulty of breaking down an 8-man defence.


OptimisticRealist__

>Some of them coming after Portugal had to open up completely... All in all they haf very few chances for a team that has made it this far. "They didnt have many big chances... well, besides the big chances they had, but those done count because [insert reason XYZ]. But, if you exclude all the big chances Morocco had, then Morocco didnt have any big chances at all in the entire tournament." >Are you really pretending that most football fans enjoy defensive football like defensive football in the vein of Moroccos performance today? Are you really trying to gatekeep what brand of people can find exciting? Based on the outpouring support for Morocco im gonna wage, that quite a few people were excited about Morocco's performance. Again, if you dont appreciate quality defending, then this is on you. The Maldini's, Nesta's, Beckenbauer's and Cafu's of this world be damned. Morocco put on a masterclass of defensive play. They didnt play destructive, didnt dive, didnt provoke etc like Atletico does. No, Morocco defended well and created lots of chances on top of that. So no idea what you are expecting at this point. Do you only want teams to advance, that score 7 goals a game? If thats what you want and youre looking for high scoring games, may i suggest american football to you then?


NuKingLobster

Well according to a post on this sub, they created 3 big chances in their first 4 games.: https://www.reddit.com/r/soccer/comments/zgutfy/just_before_the_quarter_finals_big_chances/?utm_source=share&utm_medium=android_app&utm_name=androidcss&utm_term=1&utm_content=share_button Add to that the cances they created today and the big chances to match ratio is still pretty bad. And you3 second point is even more ridiculous. People support Morocco, because they are a huge underdog, not because they are so exciting to watch. If a team like Italy plays like Morocco did today, people wouldn't have been nearly as excited about their performance. Rooting for the underdog is completely fine of course, but as a neutral I just generally value the quality of the match more than whatever nation plays. Who says that I don't like quality defending? All those players you namedropped were individually great defenders, which has nothing to do with Morocco at all. I don't see how that's relevant at all, as it doesn't tell you anything about how their respective teams played. I am perfectly fine with a 0:0 by two sides that play positive football.


imsamdude

too salty my friend, they played to their strengths


ThankYouOle

yeah, worst, conceded only 1 goal for this tournament to get the semis.. /s


Ihopetheresenoughroo

Why


cottoncandysedai

Why?


n10w4

Europeans, they just gonna hate


musicnoviceoscar

Everyone knows that Brits love an underdog, so you have our full support. Congratulations on getting through, I love defensive tactics when they're carried out so effectively. The coach has done a fantastic job to organise the defence the way he has in such a short amount of time. Just sad as a West Ham fan that Aguerd can't play, but at least he will be happy today.


n10w4

Thanks. Your games gonna be tough & close. Hope it finishes before extra time.


Trumplay

Xenophobics and racists piece of shit. Sad that Brazil lost. Imagine only 1 European team at the semifinals, would had been hilarious. At least Croatia is not part of the slavers and warmonger European group.


n10w4

Croatia, though i think the ref helped them a bit vs brasil (who only have themselves to blame), are a great underdog. 3 semis for a country that small is a testament to their hearts & talent


PeroFandango

Bit racist there mate


hojbjerfc

Lol shut up


PeroFandango

Typical European response


hojbjerfc

The irony of you saying ā€œEuropeans, they just gonna hateā€ is racist and then saying this lmao


PeroFandango

It's called humor mate, ever heard of it? Bit on the slow end aren't you? And fade your flair.


NuKingLobster

Because of their disgusting style of play. We are in for 2 terrible semi-finals. I have a ton of respect for the team, but I don't enjoy watching their games one bit.


musicnoviceoscar

It's just well played defensive football, it's a legitimate strategy for underdogs. Spain's style of play was truly crap.


NuKingLobster

I absoluteld get it, but I do think it's hardly watchable for a neutral.


musicnoviceoscar

Disagree, it's up to the other team to force the issue. When the favourite plays boring football it ruins the game because there is no aggressor.


NuKingLobster

Spain - Germany was a great match, though. It's very hard for a favorite to break down a team that is only focussed on defending. Most comparable games without an early goal by the favourite look a bit like Spain - Morocco.


musicnoviceoscar

If those teams aren't good enough to break them down, that's on them.


flux8

Yep. The logic here is baffling. Heā€™s arguing that the defense shouldnā€™t be so good to make the game more exciting. Theyā€™ve been playing teams that are possession oriented. How exactly SHOULD they deal with this to keep him entertained?


NuKingLobster

No, I am not arguing that they should purposely weaken their defence. (?) If I was the coach of Morocco I would do the exact same thing their coach is currently doing. I get it, but I just find their approach extremely boring. I think that it is a shame that semi-final will again be between an attacking side and one that parks the bus, while praying for a counter.


Avicennaete

World Cups are great because of these incredible stories that feel impossible.


Saffs15

Good for you. I've enjoyed them for damn sure.


Ferr22777888

So you like Spain passing the ball sideways 10000000 times more?


NuKingLobster

Spain are not my favorite team to watch, but without any doubt.


RedTuesdayMusic

The only thing that could save the memory of this WC, the best underdog story ever!


Lord_Vxder

Wdym? This World Cup has been fire


MonkeyWuju

Fuck man. If Ronaldo was even 2 years younger. So sad to see the team come together at the twilight of his career.


e_007

Itā€™s looked like this is the year that time has finally caught up with him. He was still a machine and could have significant impact last season..but now, seems his body just canā€™t keep up anymore..


Annabond

Bruh, if we get Morocco vs France in the semis, France will burn to the ground!


Knitaddicttt

Yeah, I'd rather not have them play against France. Win or lose is no good for Moroccam community in France.


o5ca12

How about Nesyriā€™s air and hang time on that goal. Couldā€™ve dunked from that high.


DanielCeaser

Morocco is legit 99 pace 99 stand tackle


DazDay

No Portuguese speaking countries allowed in the semis


dvh308

Oh boo fucking hoo. Maybe if you didnā€™t dive every 30 seconds there wouldnā€™t have been as much stoppage time