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How did Morocco make it so far in the World Cup?

Morocco have caused a seismic upset by knocking out Spain on penalties 3-0, after the game had finished goalless in the first 120 minutes.

It is the only African - and Arab - team to make the final eight this year.

Shortly after the end of the match, Newshour spoke to Jalal Bounouar - a Moroccan football pundit in Casablanca. What was the atmosphere like in the city - and just how did the team make it this far?

(Photo: Moroccan supporters celebrate victory as Morocco qualified for 2022 FIFA World Cup quarterfinals. Credit: Getty Images)

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