'They danced with families, inspired so many': Morocco bow out as world sings their praises
France beat Morocco 2-0 on Wednesday to set up a World Cup final showdown against Argentina and Lionel Messi.
Theo Hernandez put the defending champions ahead in the fifth minute after Morocco failed to clear their lines and substitute Randal Kolo Muani doubled their lead in the 79th minute.
Morocco will be back in action on Saturday (17:00) against Croatia in the third-place playoff ahead of the final between France and Argentina on Sunday (17:00).
Let's take a look at Twitter's best reactions:
Morocco have so much to be proud of. Defeated some of the top teams in the world. Went further than any African nation in history. Went further than any Arab nation in history. Scored great goals. Defended with conviction. Danced with their families. Inspired so many.
Eight Moroccan players fell to the ground or into a crouch at the final whistle.They gave it everything.Fans still singing and bouncing, saluting a remarkable effort pic.twitter.com/Oyk4mvwFlw
Moroccan fans still partying despite defeat. Their team did them proud. #Maroc pic.twitter.com/ZVXfBuAwKU
Heavily heartbroken Morocco??..still plays well and should play better than that.....#Alhamdulillah!#FRAMAR#FranceVsMorroco #FIFAWorldCup2022Qatar pic.twitter.com/fqex24CoGd
We are so proud of the Moroccan football team, they were incredible.. We thank you very much for making us happy in this World Cup, and good luck for Morocco next Saturday ???? ? .. #Qatar2022 ???? #FIFAWorldCup ?? .. pic.twitter.com/2tqGx5IBHS
Not enough people talking about the monstrous performance from Youssouf Fofana tonight. Held the midfield well with his former Monaco mate Aurelien Tchouameni, with minimizing the Morocco threat. France did not miss Rabiot at all. #FRAMAR #WorldCup