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Morocco fans celebrate group-stage win as Scotland supporters face early World Cup exit

The National (UAE)—Morocco supporters celebrated exuberantly after their team's 1-0 victory over Scotland, with fans in stadiums and back home dreaming of a deep World Cup run. Morocco, one of the stronger African sides in the tournament, was described by some observers as 'the real deal,' while Scotland supporters remained outwardly defiant despite the loss. Fan coverage before the match showed Scottish supporters in full voice, confident their team could compete, making the defeat more deflating. After the final whistle, Scottish fans outside the stadium appeared dejected as the reality of their precarious group-stage position set in. Morocco now controls their group and is positioned to advance from the group stage.