WATCH: Morocco get heroic welcome in Rabat after making World Cup history

• WATCH: Morocco receives a heroic welcome in Rabat after making World Cup history.

Morocco has finally returned to Rabat after their fantastic campaign at the 2022 World Cup which was ended in the semi-finals by France.

The Atlas Lions, who made history by being the first country from Africa to play in the semifinals in the Gulf country, were a surprise entry in the international tournament.

The last match at Al Bayt Stadium saw France defeat Morocco 2-0, putting a stop to Morocco’s fantastical journey. They faced Croatia in the third-place playoff match, but they fell short 2-1.

Tens of thousands of Moroccans flocked to the capital to welcome the North Africans back on Tuesday, giving them a hero’s welcome. Later, King Mohammed VI arranged a luncheon for the team managed by Walid Regragui.

The Atlas Lions of Morocco 🇲🇦 on an open bus parade cheered on by fans in Rabat after a heroic and historic fourth place finish at the World Cup in Qatar. pic.twitter.com/81oUU1TsNP

— Usher Komugisha (@UsherKomugisha) December 20, 2022

The parade in Rabat has sparked debate on social media with other fans claiming it was much better than Argentia’s trophy parade.

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“Morocco heroes welcome looks far much better than Argentina’s trophy parade. But I know you are not ready for this issue. So I will leave it for today,” said Junior Levy Driver, and his sentiments were echoed by Onwuka Onyedikachi Ogubunka, who said: “More glorious than Argentina own that look like a local carnival.”

Obong M E Essien said: “Wow Wow wow!!! This is real love indeed. Africa is rising to the top. Well done Morocco,” while Am-omubo Victor Godwin opined: “Next World Cup to come Africa will be on top.”

Watch Video:

The parade in Rabat today in celebration of #Morocco national team appearance at the #Qatar2022 pic.twitter.com/XtirXDQr3Y

— Jazz (@JazzAntics) December 21, 2022

Morocco’s national team, ranked 4th in #Qatar2022 !! Open bus Parade in the Capital of Morocco, Rabat today.#FIFAWorldCup @FIFAcom @CAF_Online pic.twitter.com/zu67jAGQwd

— Chaymae Khebouiz 🇲🇦 (@CKhebouiz) December 20, 2022

 

This view of Morocco open team bus parade in Rabat 🔥 pic.twitter.com/fPAB2qP5Os

— FT90Extra (@FT90Extra) December 20, 2022

The Atlas Lions received an unforgettable homecoming on an open bus parade cheered on by fans in Rabat. Amazing to witness this part of history. Just crazy #FIFAWorldCup #AtlasLions #dimmaghrib #rabat #Morocco pic.twitter.com/J4tpScHLgg

— Ahmed Larouz (@larouz) December 21, 2022

The Atlas Lions, who won all of their group-stage games and then defeated Spain and Portugal, will now turn their attention to the upcoming African Nations Championships in Algeria in January.