Cristiano Ronaldo was visibly upset as he made his way down the tunnel of the Al Thumama Stadium after Portugal’s heartbreaking 1-0 World Cup quarterfinal loss to Morocco.
On Saturday, Walid Regragui’s team made history by becoming the first African nation to advance past the quarterfinals of a World Cup. They have only allowed one goal all year.
Youssef En-Nesyri headed in a Yahia Attiyat Allah cross in the 43rd minute to give Morocco a deserving lead.
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And that feat of defying physics was enough to give them their largest victory ever. Cristiano Ronaldo, Portugal’s star player, was seen leaving the field for the first time in years after the final whistle.
Morocco will deal with one of France or England on Wednesday.
Recall that after defeating Portugal 1-0 on Saturday, Morocco made history by becoming the first African country to advance to the World Cup semifinals.
Youssef En-header Nesyri’s in the 43rd minute gave Walid Regragui’s team the lead despite the fact that he had no right to do so.
To direct Yahia Attiyat Allah’s cross home, the Sevilla forward sprang high into the air, above Ruben Dias and goalkeeper Diogo Costa.
At this year’s competition, Morocco has only given up one goal, an own goal against Canada in their last group match.