Norway and Morocco Reach World Cup Quarter-Finals
Norway and Morocco have made history by reaching the quarter-finals of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Norway qualified for the quarter-finals for the first time in their history after pulling off a significant upset by defeating five-time champions Brazil 2-1 in the Round of 16.
This victory marks Norway's deepest run in the World Cup to date. Meanwhile, Morocco has reached the quarter-finals for the second time, achieving this milestone with a commanding 3-0 victory over Canada in the same round.
The tournament's quarter-final lineup is now complete, featuring a mix of established football giants and first-time quarter-finalists, including Norway and Morocco, who have emerged as surprising contenders in the competition.
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