Ronaldo sheds tears as 10-man Morocco eliminates Portugal from the World Cup.

Morocco made history as they became the first-ever African nation to qualify for the World Cup semi-finals after a 1-0 win over Portugal.

Morocco is the first African nation to reach a World Cup semi-final! It was another sterling collective performance, built upon a level of defensive application and organisation few can match. And they can play as well, with their midfield outstanding tonight.

Ronaldo is off down the tunnel in tears, he will finish his career without winning international football’s biggest prize.

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Youssef En-Nesyri scored the winner near the end of the first half as the Atlas Lions turned in another incredible display to make the last four and set up a game against either England or France.

But while there was joy for Morocco, there was pain for Cristiano Ronaldo and his teammates as they were sent home at quarter-finals stage again.

Even Shakira has got in on the act, she tweeted below:

This time for Africa!! 👏🇲🇦 #WorldCup
— Shakira (@shakira) December 10, 2022

DOHA, QATAR – DECEMBER 10: Yassine Bounou of Morocco celebrates the victory following the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 quarter final match between Morocco and Portugal at Al Thumama Stadium

Walid Regragui, Head Coach of Morocco, celebrates with the team after the 1-0 win during the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 quarter final match between Morocco and Portugal at Al Thumama

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