Political leaders, sports activities stars and celebrities took to social media on Saturday to congratulate Morocco for its World Cup quarter ultimate win over Portugal, making it the primary African or Arab staff to succeed in the semi finals of the soccer event. Here are a few of the reactions.

Chad’s President Mahamat Idriss Deby stated on Twitter: “Historic and extraordinary! The qualification of the Atlas Lions for the semi-final of the 2022 world is that of all Africa. Full support to the representatives of Africa for the grand finale. Africa world champion, yes it is possible inchallah!” “CONTINENTAL HISTORY!… What an achievement by the Atlas Lions,” the Confederation of African Football stated in a tweet.

Bahrain’s King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa congratulated Moroccan King Mohammed VI on a “great international historic achievement”, in line with state media. Dubai ruler Mohammed bin Rashed tweeted: “No voice is louder than Morocco’s in the World Cup!”

“We share the joy of our brothers,” tweeted Iraqi Prime Minister Mohammed Shia al-Sudani “We rejoice when the Arabs rejoice,” stated Palestinian Prime Minister Mahmoud Abbas, who hailed a “historic” victory. The two rival Palestinian teams Fatah and Hamas every despatched congratulations.

Libya’s Prime Minister Abdulhamid al-Dbeibah tweeted: “Congratulations to the Moroccan national team for their historic qualification to the World Cup semi-finals.” Jordan’s Crown Prince Hussein tweeted: “The Atlas Lions are making history.”

Egypt’s Foreign Ministry tweeted: “Sincere heartfelt congratulations to the brotherly kingdom of Morocco.” “They did it!!!! Well done Morocco for this feat. Long live Africa,” tweeted retired Ivorian participant and Chelsea legend Didier Drogba.

Samuel Eto’o, the previous Cameroon striker and present president of the nation’s soccer federation, stated on Twitter: “Incredible! …The entire continent is rooting for you” (with a clapping arms emoji) Twitter proprietor Elon Musk tweeted: “Congrats Morocco.”

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