Dakhla celebrates Atlas Lions' World Cup quarterfinal qualification

Dakhla was alive with vibrant celebrations Saturday evening as residents enthusiastically marked the Moroccan national football team's advancement to the 2026 World Cup quarterfinals. The "Atlas Lions" secured their spot with a decisive 3-0 victory over Canada.

As soon as the final whistle blew, the city's streets filled with jubilant crowds. Fans proudly displayed Moroccan flags and wore the team's colors, their cheers and songs echoing through the city. Major thoroughfares like the city's corniche and Mohammed V Avenue became hubs of pride and celebration.

Cafes broadcasting the match erupted in applause and congratulations. Fans exchanged greetings and hugs, their joyous shouts celebrating a well-deserved win that underscored the team's ambition in the prestigious tournament. Many fans view this qualification as another chapter in Moroccan football's remarkable recent history, marked by a series of historic international accomplishments. They expressed confidence in the "Atlas Lions" to continue their World Cup journey and compete against the world's strongest teams.