On Friday, at the Paris 2024 Olympics, Morocco achieved a historic milestone by securing a position in the men’s football semi-final for the first time with an impressive 4-0 victory over the United States.

Morocco scored four goals through Soufiane Rahimi, Ilias Akhomach, Achraf Hakimi, and El Mehdi Maouhoub to beat the USA and secure a spot in the Paris 2024 semi-finals.

This triumph paves the way for an exciting semi-final encounter as Morocco prepares to face either Japan or Spain in Marseille.

The Atlas Lions demonstrated their exceptional attacking capabilities and tactical prowess in a match that will be remembered for its significance by fans at the Parc des Princes.

From the onset, Morocco established dominance through their high-pressing strategy and swift counterattacks, posing continual challenges to the American defence.

The pivotal moment arrived in the 29th minute when Soufiane Rahimi converted a penalty, marking his fifth goal of the tournament, following Nathan Harriel’s untidy challenge in the box.

Despite efforts by the United States, Morocco’s midfield trio of Abde Ezzalzouli, Ilias Akhomach, and Amir Richardson adeptly controlled the tempo of the game and crafted numerous scoring opportunities.

In the second half, Morocco dominated the game, scoring two more goals and securing a convincing victory.

Akhomach and Achraf Hakimi were the key players, with Hakimi’s impressive solo effort sealing the win.

The Moroccan team celebrated their historic achievement, showing their confidence as they pursued Olympic glory. Coach Tarik Sektioui’s tactics and team selection were instrumental in this resounding victory.