Morocco is the nightmare of American football": the USA reacts with fair play

This positive shock wave was observed on YouTube or Instagram, where messages of congratulations poured in from all continents. Mexican supporters hailed an "eternal friendship" with Morocco, while from Brazil we could read: "Congratulations, Morocco, you are incredible in all categories". Encouragement also came from Asia, with messages of support from India, Bangladesh, Japan and Indonesia, one Internet user declaring: "What a comeback!"

The admiration was notable even among American supporters, who showed great fair play despite the elimination. Several congratulated Morocco, some jokingly recalling that the United States seemed to be systematically eliminated by Moroccan teams in recent competitions (Olympics, U20, U17). One Internet user even summed up the situation: "Morocco is the nightmare of American football."

In the Arab world, the joy was also palpable, with messages of congratulations from Saudi Arabia, Egypt, Yemen and Algeria, one Internet user hailing "our Moroccan brothers who have honored the Arabs".

"Morocco is the new king of world football"

The scenario of the match, with the equalizer in the last minute by Abdallah Ouazane, particularly marked the minds. Supporters described a team "come back from the dead", judging that such a team becomes "the most dangerous" for the future. The name of the scorer was transformed into a chant: "Ouazane, Ouazane... goal, goal, goal!"

Beyond this match, these global reactions testify to a change in status for Moroccan football. Since the 2022 World Cup in Qatar, the performances of the various national teams have been scrutinized and respected. "Moroccan football has improved at all levels," notes one user. Another goes further, stating: "Morocco is the new king of world football." The feat of the U17s confirms that the country is no longer seen as an outsider, but as a model and inspiring nation. Supporters are now turning to the next challenge, the "African derby against Mali" in the round of 16.