“The qualification of the Atlas Lions for the semi-finals of the World Cup 2022 is that of all Africa,” wrote the Chadian President in a tweet.
The President of the Republic of Chad expressed his “full support to the representatives of Africa for the grand final”. “Africa champion of the world, yes it is possible inshallah,” added President Mahamat Idriss Deby Itno.
The Atlas Lions’ winning goal was scored by Youssef En-Nesyri in the 42nd minute.
Thus, Morocco is the first African and Arab country to qualify for the semi-finals of the World Cup.
