As Morocco faces France in the World Cup semifinal.many players and fans of both diverse teams struggle with family stories of colonial history. immigration challenges, and questions of national loyalty. AP Fans celebrate in Rabat Morocco.When AP Hind Sabouni thinks back on her nation’s historic World Cup run which saw it defeat Belgium, Spain, and Portugal (coached by Cristiano Ronaldo) to become the first African and Arab nation to reach the semifinals she is overcome with pride..
We have the ability to demonstrate to the rest of the world that Morocco is no longer France’s backyard.
A tough opponent?
Even though immigration between the two countries has blurred the lines for many in France and Morocco regarding who to support Wednesday in Qatar.the match against the defending champion provides the former protectorate with an opportunity to demonstrate that Morocco is a formidable foe—at least on the football field.
Avoiding the more obscure crafts of football
Throughout the last ten years Morocco’s relationship with France has changed. Sabouni stated that Moroccans of her generation are sick and tired of France’s dominance.
Yet not every person..
Bartali stated, “I sincerely hope that Morocco advances to the final.” I’m mindful that it will be troublesome in light of the fact that France is a generally excellent group however we are staying as optimistic as possible.”
North Africans in France Sabouni’s feelings are echoed by Moroccans and other North Africans in France. Despite the fact that the younger immigrants and those who came after them appear to be more at ease with having multiple identities and languages in France they still face institutional discrimination, racial and ethnic prejudice in public life financial hardship and a lack of job opportunities.
“Social endlessly changes in life on the ground truly do make a difference and that’s what the group addresses,” said Laurent Dubois a teacher at College of Virginia in Charlottesville who has wrote two books on French and global football.
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The Moroccan coach stated “I’m a dual national, and that’s an honor and a pleasure.” Additionally, facing France is an honor and pleasure. However I am the Morocco coach and we will face the world’s best team.
Regragui stated “When we play for the Moroccan national team we are Moroccans.”