Morocco has successfully advanced to the FIFA U-17 World Cup quarterfinals in Indonesia after Tuesday’s match against Iran.
After scoring a crucial equalizer in stoppage time, the North Africans triumphed over Iran in a penalty shootout.
Iran’s Hesam Nafari failed to convert from the spot, while Morocco’s goalkeeper Taha Benrhozil made a remarkable save from Kasra Taheri’s twice-taken kick.
This paved the way for Fouad Zahouani to secure victory for the Atlas Cubs by confidently converting his penalty, leading to jubilant celebrations.
Alongside powerhouses such as Spain, Germany, Brazil, Argentina, and Mali, Morocco has joined the esteemed team group in the quarterfinals.
On Saturday, Morocco will face Mali in Surakarta.
