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Atiku congratulates Morocco on World Cup quarter-final qualification
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Atiku congratulates Morocco on World Cup quarter-final qualification

Former Nigerian Vice President and presidential candidate Atiku Abubakar congratulated Morocco on reaching the quarter-finals of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, calling it a proud moment for Africa. Morocco achieved this by defeating Canada 3-0, making them the first African team to advance to the quarter-finals of the tournament. Atiku praised Morocco's performance, highlighting its impact on raising Africa's profile in global football. Morocco's success continues a legacy of achievements, including their historic semi-final run at the 2022 World Cup in Qatar. The 2026 World Cup, hosted by the U.S., Canada, and Mexico, has seen Morocco emerge as a standout team.

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Atiku congratulates Morocco on World Cup quarter-final qualification

Former Nigerian Vice President and presidential candidate Atiku Abubakar congratulated Morocco on reaching the quarter-finals of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, calling it a proud moment for Africa. Morocco achieved this by defeating Canada 3-0, making them the first African team to advance to the quarter-finals of the tournament. Atiku praised Morocco's performance, highlighting its impact on raising Africa's profile in global football. Morocco's success continues a legacy of achievements, including their historic semi-final run at the 2022 World Cup in Qatar. The 2026 World Cup, hosted by the U.S., Canada, and Mexico, has seen Morocco emerge as a standout team.

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