Morocco’s draw against Brazil showed its potential to be the World Cup’s ultimate dark horse

Orientul Mijlociu

When most people think of the FIFA World Cup, they picture countries like France, Spain, Argentina and Brazil. But Morocco, a nation without the same storied soccer history, is making a compelling case as a dark-horse contender. Four years after becoming the first Arab team to reach the World Cup semifinals, Morocco arrives with a roster of stars — including Real Madrid’s Brahim Diaz and captain Achraf Hakimi, fresh off a Champions League title with Paris-St. Germain. Their experience is