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Morocco Makes African History at World Cup

Published July 8, 2026 · Updated July 8, 2026 · The Guardian

Morocco has made history as the first African team to reach the quarter-finals at successive World Cups, continuing their proud legacy on the global stage.

Over six decades, Morocco has achieved several milestones for African teams at the World Cup. They were the first African nation to qualify directly, for the 1970 finals in Mexico, and returned in 1986 to become the continent's first team to reach the last 16. lebandit.lat

After their impressive semi-final run in 2022, the Atlas Lions have now made tournament history by reaching the quarter-finals for the second consecutive World Cup. They face France in their next match, continuing to represent Africa with distinction on the global stage.

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