Enthusiastic semi-finalists in 2018, the Red Devils had to beat Croatia to continue their journey, but they had to settle for a 0-0 draw against Croatia, due in particular to a series of incredible misses from their striker Romelu Lukaku, who came on in the second period.
It was undoubtedly the last chance of the Belgian “golden generation”, that of Thibaut Courtois, Eden Hazard, Kevin De Bruyne and other Lukaku, to win a title.
At 37, Luka Modric continues his journey and could have to face Spain in the round of 16, the country where he plays under the colors of Real Madrid.
As for Morocco, it continues its exciting journey, thanks to its victory (2-1) over Canadians who were eliminated even before kick-off. This victory, after that against Belgium (2-0), ensures them first place in the group.
The star of the team, Hakim Ziyech (4th), opened the scoring before Youssef En-Nesyri made it worse (23rd). An own goal from Nayef Aguerd, who diverted a powerful cross to deceive his own goalkeeper (40th), put the Atlas Lions under pressure, but without damage.
After Senegal, Morocco is the second African team qualified for the eighth. Ghana and Cameroon, provided the Indomitable Lions beat Brazil, can join them.
