# Morocco Women’s Soccer Team Reaches Last 16 at 2019 World Cup
The Morocco Women’s Soccer team has made history by reaching the last 16 of the 2019 Women’s World Cup. The team beat Colombia 1-0 in a thrilling match that saw an “eruption of emotion” from the players and fans alike. This is the first time Morocco has ever reached the knockout stages of the tournament, and the team is now poised to make a deep run in the competition.
The match was a tense affair, with both teams playing a defensive style of soccer. Colombia had the better of the chances in the first half, but Morocco goalkeeper Chaima Bouhaddi was able to keep them at bay. In the second half, Morocco began to take control of the game and eventually broke the deadlock in the 75th minute when forward Asma Elghannam scored the only goal of the match.
The goal sparked an eruption of emotion from the Moroccan team and their supporters. The players celebrated wildly, and the crowd erupted in cheers as they watched their team make history. The victory was a huge moment for Moroccan soccer, and it is sure to be remembered for years to come.
The victory over Colombia has set up an intriguing last 16 matchup for Morocco, as they will face off against reigning champions USA. The US team is one of the favorites to win the tournament, and they will be a tough opponent for Morocco. However, with their newfound confidence and momentum, Morocco will be looking to cause an upset and progress even further in the tournament.
The 2019 Women’s World Cup has been a thrilling tournament so far, and Morocco’s victory over Colombia is sure to be remembered as one of its most exciting moments. The team has already made history by reaching the last 16, and they will be looking to make even more history when they face off against USA in their next match.
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