Morocco’s reward: a match versus France in the Round of 16! A chance for the ladies to revenge the men’s loss in Qatar last year. Meanwhile, Colombia has won the group and will face Jamaica in the first knockout round, despite today’s setback. This competition has officially begun. What an incredible World Cup!
Make no mistake: Morocco deserved to beat Colombia today. They defended tenaciously for the most part, but were dangerous when they attacked. They are surprised and astonished at the magnitude of their accomplishment. As the camera pans between Perth and Brisbane, it’s evident that the Germans are astounded and startled as the Australians. Just in a very different way. This has to be one of the biggest upsets in Women’s World Cup history, if not the largest. We know it’s massive, no doubt about it.
In the other game, it’s all over! Germany can’t seem to find a way to beat South Korea! The two-time champions have been eliminated… Morocco, the 72nd best team in the world, has advanced to the round of 16! The news eventually reaches the Lionesses of Atlas, who are huddled in a circle around someone’s phone… as they rise as one to celebrate their incredible accomplishment! Tears! Prayers! It’s party time! What an amazing tale! Remember, they were defeated 6-0 by Germany in their first encounter, but look at them today! What a change in fortunes! What a group! Wow, wow, and wow.
FINAL: Morocco 1-0 Colombia
The whistle is blown! Morocco has contributed! They scream together in joy, then fall silent as they realize the Germany-South Korea game isn’t over yet. They’ve reached the 16th additional minute!
The whistle is blown! Morocco has contributed! They scream together in joy, then fall silent as they realize the Germany-South Korea game isn’t over yet. They’ve reached the 16th additional minute!