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Morocco Shifts Focus to 2030 World Cup Bid After Semifinal Exit

Following their elimination from the World Cup semifinals by France, Morocco has turned its attention to co-hosting the 2030 World Cup. Discussions also included the performance of players like Erling Haaland and the best African XI for the 2026 tournament.

10 Jul, 13:14 — 11 Jul, 08:06
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The GuardianMostly Factual3d ago

Erling Haaland has already won one prize: the most viral player of the World Cup

Norwegian striker’s following keeps growing, more for the content he creates off the pitch than his scoring record He is in the running for the Golden Boot, the trophy awarded to the World Cup’s top goalscorer. But Norway’s Erling Haaland has already earned one prize: the most viral player of the competition. The striker went into the tournament with legions of fans in Norway and in Manchester – or at least in the blue half of the city. Continue reading...

By Hannah Al-Othman and Priya Bharadia

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Al JazeeraMostly Factual3d ago

Eliminated Morocco turn attention to cohosting 2030 World Cup

Morocco were eliminated from the 2026 World Cup by a 2-0 defeat by France in the quarterfinals, but host next edition.

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France 24High3d ago

France into World Cup semi-finals : 'When it gets a bit difficult, they can hang in there'

France are through to the World Cup semi-finals, and freelance journalist Francis Collings, based in Paris, analyses Les Bleus’ chances of going all the way. He says France have shown they can withstand pressure when matches become difficult, a key strength in their bid to lift the trophy.

By FRANCE24

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The IndependentMostly Factual3d ago

Erling Haaland slams France vs Morocco referee after latest nightmare for World Cup officials

Kylian Mbappe missed a penalty during France’s quarter-final win over Morocco but faced a huge wait due to VAR, which irked the watching Haaland

By Luke Baker

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YahooMostly Factual3d ago

The best African XI at the 2026 World Cup

Morocco have fallen, taking with them Africa’s last hopes in the 2026 World Cup. But the continent leaves the tournament with plenty of individual positives.Here is our Team of the Tournament featur...

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Times of IndiaMostly Factual3d ago

5 things you probably didn’t know about Erling Haaland, the Viking striker who helped Norway make FIFA World Cup history

Erling Haaland is making headlines as he propels Norway to an unforgettable World Cup quarter-final by scoring seven goals. Born in England but raised in Norway, his unique background sparks conversations. Haaland, an advocate for social justice, has a notable online presence. Football runs in his blood, as his father was a pro player, and he famously dabbled in rap.

By TOI World Desk

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channel-news-asiaMostly Factual3d ago

Eliminated Morocco turn attention to co-hosting 2030 World Cup

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The best African XI at the 2026 World Cup - Yahoo Sports Canada

The best African XI at the 2026 World Cup  Yahoo Sports Canada

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