Determining the final match in the quarter-finals of the 2022 World Cup

Spain lost on penalties, Morocco reached the quarter-finals for the first time

The joy of Moroccan players after winning tickets to the quarter-finals.

Although rated higher than their opponents, Spain did not start the match as smoothly and smoothly as before. High-speed passing and passing no longer appeared in La Roja's playing style. That is why the number of opportunities they created in front of their opponents' goal was much lower than in the group stage matches.

On the other side of the front line, Morocco chose a defensive counter-attacking strategy to counter Spain's strength. The Moroccan defense played extremely tightly, the players were not afraid to collide and put pressure on the opponent. That limited the Tiki-taka style of play of coach Luis Enrique.

With a lack of creativity in play, Spain could not surprise the Moroccan defense.

Not only focusing on defense, the North African team also organized many sharp attacks. However, the first 45 minutes ended without any team getting their name on the scoreboard.

In the second half, Spain took the initiative to increase the speed, continuously pressuring Morocco. However, facing a well-organized defense, Morocco blocked all paths leading to goalkeeper Bounou's goal.

Although coach Enrique replaced Asensio and Gavi with Morata and Soler in the 63rd minute, Spain's attacks still lacked speed and creativity. The most unfortunate chance that La Roja created came in the 123rd minute, when Sarabia's shot hit the opponent's post.

In the penalty shootout, the Spanish players missed 3 shots and had to watch as Morocco won, earning a ticket to the quarter-finals.

Portugal shows superior class

There were no surprises in the final round of 16. Portugal showed their superiority over Switzerland to advance to the next round.

There were many changes in coach Fernando Santos' starting lineup. Notably, superstar Cristiano Ronaldo was not in the official lineup.

Portugal celebrate after a big win over Switzerland.

Goncalo Ramos was arranged by Mr. Santos to play instead of CR7. This player showed that he completely deserved to be in the starting lineup when he had many high-class moves. In the 16th minute, Goncalo opened the score for Portugal. From a soft ball handling in the opponent's penalty area, Goncalo turned and scored a shot that hit the Swiss net.

In this match, Portugal showed that they are a formidable team, completely controlling the game and creating countless opportunities in front of the Swiss goal. In the 33rd minute, Pepe doubled the gap for Portugal. From a corner kick, the veteran midfielder jumped high and powerfully headed the ball past goalkeeper Sommer.

In the second half, the game was not very bright for Switzerland. In the 51st minute, Portugal drowned all hopes of the opposing fans when they raised the score to 3-0. After Dalot's cross from the right wing, Goncalo put the ball through Sommer's legs, causing the goalkeeper to once again pick the ball out of the net.

Just 5 minutes later, the score was raised to 4-0 for Portugal. Guerreiro broke free and made a powerful kick to defeat the last Swiss stopper.

At the end of the match, Portugal scored two more goals thanks to Goncalo and Leao, but before that, Switzerland also had an honorary goal in the 58th minute. The person who scored for Switzerland was defender Akanji.

Thus, at the end of the night of December 6, the final match in the quarter-finals has been determined.World Cup 2022are Portugal and Morocco./.