Former Moroccan player and coach Karim Bencherifa believes that the entire world, apart from the French supporters are rooting for Morocco ahead of the delicious semifinal contest between the two sides on Wednesday at the Al-Bayt Stadium in Qatar.

Exclusive: Morocco has given hope to all, says Karim Bencherifa ahead of the semifinal clash

Morocco have been the standout story of the 2022 FIFA World Cup after becoming the first African team to reach the semi-finals of Football's showpiece event. The Atlas Lions have beaten Belgium, Spain, and Portugal over the course of the tournament and take on defending champions France with the entire Arab world also willing them on. Sports Editor Digvijay Singh Deo spoke to football coach Karim Bencharifa ahead of the game to understand how this dream run has electrified Morocco.

FIFA World Cup: France vs Morocco

After Argentina booked a place in the final of the FIFA World Cup, France and Morocco will lock horns in the second semi-final on Thursday (December 15). Defending champions France will aim to get past the giant-killers in Morocco whereas the latter has the momentum and confidence in their favour and will back themselves to reach their first-ever finale by marching past the French line-up.

France vs Morocco Live Streaming: FRA vs MOR FIFA World Cup Semi Final Live online on OTT Apps, Mobile & TV

Cristiano Ronaldo exited the FIFA World Cup following a painful loss to Morocco in the quarterfinal, maybe for the final time. Portugal fans across the world were shattered after Ronaldo's exit from the big tournament.

Virat Kohli pens emotional post for Ronaldo after Portugal's painful FIFA World Cup 2022 loss against Morocco

While Moroccan fans and players were over the moon after their victory, Portugal players were unhappy with the Argentine referee in charge of their one nil World Cup Quarter-final defeat by Morocco. Watch the video to know more.

Qatar FIFA World Cup: Portugal players Pepe, Bruno Fernandes rage at referee after exit

As Morocco and France enter the FIFA World Cup semi-finals, police had to intervene to control the fans. Police fired tear gas to control thousands of supporters who filled the famous Parisian Avenue after Morocco's stunning win against Portugal in the quarterfinals.

Paris: Football fans go berserk after Morocco and France reach semi-finals

Morocco coach Walid Regragui believes that his team is the 'Rocky Balboa' of the World Cup. Regragui made the statement after his team defeated a star-studded Portugal lineup to reach the last four stage of the tournament.

'We're the Rocky Balboa...': Morocco coach Walid Regragui after knockout WC win over Portugal

FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 is underway. Portugal is all set to face Morocco today in the Quarter Finals. The Arab world is rallying behind Morocco.

Portugal faces Morocco in Quarters: Arab world rallies behind Morocco

Millions of people are expected to watch France vs England in FIFA World Cup quarter-final tonight. Both the teams will meet at the Al Bayt stadium and the winner will face Morocco or Portugal in the semi-finals on December 14.

Qatar FIFA World Cup: France takes on England in Quarters; Mbappe fit to play

After a blockbuster opening to the quarterfinal round of the World Cup on Friday, the stage is set for another absorbing day of heavyweight contests. In the first quarterfinal of the day, Morocco will square up against Portugal at Al Thumama Stadium.

Morocco vs Portugal FIFA World Cup QF 3 Broadcast TV and OTT-Live Streaming: When and where to watch?

The FIFA World Cup 2022 is back in action this weekend with a series of quarterfinal games. On Saturday at the Al Thumama Stadium, Morocco plays against Fernando Santos' excellent Portugal team in a key knockout match.

Portugal vs Morocco at FIFA World Cup 2022 - Match prediction, preview, head-to-head and lineups

Yassine Bounou saves two out of three penalties to guide Morocco to a historic win over Spain in the Round of 16 stage of the FIFA World Cup 2022 on Tuesday. The 6 ft 5 in pulled off a couple of brilliant saves to keep the game 0-0 in the regulation time and during Morocco’s first-ever penalty World Cup penalty shootout, he ended up saving the kicks from Carlos Soler and Sergio Busquets.

Yassine Bounou: The Moroccan goalkeeper who eliminated Spain from FIFA World Cup 2022

On Tuesday (December 06), Morocco were up against 2010 winners Spain in the Round of 16 clash during the FIFA World Cup 2022 edition. After the regulation and extra time saw both sides being levelled at 0-0, the game went to the penalty shootout -- the second time in the ongoing edition in Qatar -- and led to Morocco stunning the ex-champions with a 3-0 deficit.

History created! Morocco becomes fourth African nation to enter FIFA World Cup QFs after stunning Spain

Morocco has beaten 2010 champions Spain in the Round of 16 and has entered the QF for the first time in history. Morroco won the penalty shootout 3-0.

FIFA World Cup 2022: Morocco beats 2010 champions Spain to enter QF

Spanish defender Rodri is bitter after his team's exit from the World Cup. The Manchester City player in a post-match interview said Morocco did nothing throughout the match.

FIFA World Cup 2022: Spanish defender bitter after Morocco win on penalties

Morocco are having a fairytale tournament at the FIFA World Cup in Qatar. Their round of 16 match against Spain went to the penalties and emerged not one but two heroes who would perhaps go down in the history books.

WATCH | Achraf Hakimi's ice-cool 'panenka' penalty to knock Spain out of the World Cup

On December 6, the final two round of 16 games are lined up, Morocco will play against Spain in the opening match. After suffering a shocking loss to Japan in their final group match, Spain finished the round 1 stage with second place in Group E.

FIFA World Cup 2022: Can Morocco beat Spain in the knockout game?

In a Group F match in the FIFA World Cup 2022, Canada will be up against Morocco on Thursday evening (December 01). While Canada is out of the race to qualify for the Round of 16, Morocca have a chance to create history.

Canada vs Morocco FIFA World Cup 2022 broadcast TV and OTT-live streaming: When and where to watch?

Morocco may find things to be very straightforward; win or draw, and they advance regardless of what transpires in the other games in the group. However, if they lose, things do get very tricky because in order for them to advance, Croatia would have to lose by at least two goals or Belgium would have to lose.

Canada vs. Morocco at FIFA World Cup 2022, match predictions, preview, head to head and lineups

On Sunday, a spirited Moroccan team thoroughly outplayed world no. 2 Belgium in the ongoing FIFA World Cup. While the team won plaudits for its performance, it was Achraf Hakimi who won the netizens' hearts with his endearing celebration.

WATCH: Achraf Hakimi wins hearts for his endearing celebration after World Cup win against Belgium

After Morocco's 2-0 win over Belgium, riots occurred in several places across the Belgian capital where soccer fans clashed with riot police. Several people have been detained. Watch this video to know more.

Morocco's 2-0 win over Belgium triggers riots in Brussels, dozen people detained

On Sunday, Morocco pulled off an unlikely heist by beating Belgium in the ongoing FIFA World Cup. However, what should have been a moment of celebration for Moroccan fans quickly turned chaotic in Belgium and Netherlands as riots broke out in several cities.

Riots ensue in Belgian and Dutch cities after Morocco's surprise win at the World Cup

After Morocco's 2-0 win over Belgium, riots occurred in several places across the Belgian capital where soccer fans clashed with riot police. several people have been detained. Watch this video to know more.

Morocco's 2-0 win over Belgium triggers riots in Brussels

The FIFA World Cup 2022 edition is underway and producing enthralling action for football fans across the globe. On Tuesday (November 22), i.e. the third day of the competition, Lionel Messi-led Argentina lost to Saudi Arabia, 1-2, in their opening clash whereas defending champions France went past Australia 4-1 in their first game in the ongoing edition.

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