Morocco Earn US$20.5 Million Despite World Cup Quarter-final Exit

By Our Reporter

Morocco have earned US$20.5 million (approximately K35.5 billion) from FIFA after reaching the quarter-finals of the FIFA World Cup currently underway in the United States.

The prize money includes US$19 million awarded to teams that reach the quarter-finals, as well as an additional US$1.5 million provided by FIFA to participating teams to assist with tournament preparations.Morocco Reach FIFA World Cup Round of 16 After Dramatic Penalty Shootout Win Over Netherlands

Read also: Three Malawians Win K1 Million Each in Wemas Thanzi Mystery Box Health Insurance Challenge

Read also: The Lilongwe district council is set to rehabilitate 67 under five clinics in the district

Read also: Lulu dazzles delegates at Catholic journalists annual conference

The Atlas Lions’ impressive World Cup campaign came to an end after a 2-0 defeat to France in the quarter-finals. Kylian Mbappé and Ousmane Dembélé scored the goals that secured France’s place in the semi-finals.

France will now face the winner of the quarter-final clash between Spain and Belgium as they continue their quest for the World Cup title.

Despite their elimination, Morocco’s run to the last eight marked another significant achievement on the global stage and earned the team a substantial financial reward from FIFA.

Read also: How Did MEC Hire This company amidst a cloud of lawsuits? Questions arise ahead of 2025 elections

Read also: Criticism surrounds MCP media spokesperson Chawezi Banda

Read also: Nora Docherty Foundation Donates Fertiliser To 1,400 Household