On the evening of October 22, the city of Rabat witnessed an enthusiastic and popular reception for the members of the national U-20 football team following their historic victory in the World Cup in Chile the previous Sunday.
Large crowds of citizens from various cities across the kingdom gathered on the main streets of the capital, particularly Mohammed V Street and the Postal Square, waving national flags and wearing the team’s jerseys.
The open-top bus parade of the “Atlas Lions,” adorned with national colors, traversed the streets of the capital amid chants and folk songs, accompanied by celebratory ululations. Balconies were decorated with flags as a sign of joy for this global achievement.
The national team members, along with the technical and administrative staff, warmly greeted the fans, exemplifying the deep emotional connection between Moroccans and their national team.
This event received extensive media coverage nationally and internationally, with television channels and social media platforms broadcasting the moments of the direct reception.
This historic welcome reflects the immense national pride in this achievement, reinforcing Morocco’s place in the global football scene, and underscoring that football remains a unifying national bond and a source of collective joy for all Moroccans.
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