Morocco defeated Colombia on Thursday, advancing to the round of 16 for the first time at a FIFA Women’s World Cup.
Morocco beat Colombia 1-0 while Germany and South Korea tied 1-1, allowing Morocco to advance out of Group H into the next round.
Morocco make it to the knockouts in their debut World Cup.
— Mina Ibrahim (@MinaFootball) August 3, 2023
This is a historic moment for the country.
The first Arab country at a World Cup.
Three African countries are through.
They will inspire a generation of footballers! #DimaMaghrib #FIFAWWC 🇲🇦
Germany crushed Morocco 6-0 in the Atlas Lionesses’ first match, but the squad bounced back to defeat South Korea 1-0 in the next one. The latter was Morocco’s first-ever victory at the quadrennial soccer tournament.
