Moroccan national team the Quarterfinals of the 2022 World Cup after expulsion Spanish on sanctions. Before the high-five, Hakim Ziyech and his friends were recorded reading Al Fatihah’s letter.
Morocco make history by advancing a Quarterfinals of the 2022 World Cup for the first time. In the round of 16, Walid Reragui’s team eliminated Spain on penalties.
At Education City Stadium, Al Rayyan, Doha on Tuesday (6/12/2022), Morocco were able to hold off 0-0 Spain for 120 minutes. In round of five, the Atlas Lions then won 3-0.
Before penalties, team Morocco it was recorded praying. In the video that went viral on social media, Moroccan footballers appear to be reciting verses from the Holy Koran.
Surah Al Fatihah was heard being read by the Moroccan team, who gathered in a circle on the pitch. Players, including manager Reragugui, joined the read Surah Al Fatihah before collecting the penalty Quarterfinals of the 2022 World Cupwhich they later won.
The entire Morocco squad recited Surah al-Fatiha together, before taking penalties against Spain. pic.twitter.com/G5AtcAFN6s
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Player action Moroccan national team has been widely praised by netizens. Some felt that Moroccan players received a “blessing” for reading the opening letter of the Quran.
“Everything is possible when you surrender to Him. That’s all. Subhanallah,” replied one netizen.
“Because Al Fatihah is so strong for those who believe. This is the strength of Al Fatihah,” said another netizen.
Morocco is truly an Arab-African country. Most of the population is Muslim, including the players who are currently competing World Cup 2022.
Of Quarterfinals of the 2022 World Cup, Moroccan national team will serve Portugal. The match will be played at Al Thumama Stadium on 10 December.
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