Moroccan football fans erupted in celebration across Casablanca following their team's dramatic World Cup victory, while contrasting scenes unfolded in The Hague, where police clashed with supporters after the Netherlands were eliminated on penalties on Monday night.
The Dutch city saw sporadic unrest in areas with a significant Moroccan community. Police in The Hague reported that "heavy fireworks were set off" in the Schilderswijk district, with officers being targeted by fireworks and stones.
Riot squads were deployed, using a water cannon to disperse the crowds. Authorities confirmed that "a few individuals have been arrested for committing open violence."
In Morocco's largest city, Casablanca, a tense silence gripped a popular coffee shop as the penalty shootout reached its climax. This quickly transformed into a deafening roar when Ismael Saibari converted the decisive spot kick, securing Morocco's place in the Round of 16.
The jubilation swiftly spilled onto the streets, with flares and fireworks illuminating the night sky. Car horns blared and engines revved as fans celebrated well into the early hours.
The Dutch city saw sporadic unrest in areas with a significant Moroccan community. Police in The Hague reported that "heavy fireworks were set off" in the Schilderswijk district, with officers being targeted by fireworks and stones.
Riot squads were deployed, using a water cannon to disperse the crowds. Authorities confirmed that "a few individuals have been arrested for committing open violence."
In Morocco's largest city, Casablanca, a tense silence gripped a popular coffee shop as the penalty shootout reached its climax. This quickly transformed into a deafening roar when Ismael Saibari converted the decisive spot kick, securing Morocco's place in the Round of 16.
The jubilation swiftly spilled onto the streets, with flares and fireworks illuminating the night sky. Car horns blared and engines revved as fans celebrated well into the early hours.
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