Morocco Clinches Historic Victory in Arab Beach Soccer Cup

Port Said:Morocco's National Beach Soccer team achieved a historic victory by winning the Arab Beach Soccer Cup for the first time. The team triumphed over Mauritania with a 6-5 win in the final match of the competition's fifth edition, held in Port Said, Egypt.

According to Agence Marocaine De Presse, the Atlas Lions were trailing 4-2 during the final but managed to stage a remarkable comeback to secure the victory. Moroccan international Driss Ghannam was instrumental in the win, scoring a hat-trick that contributed significantly to Morocco's first Arab title in beach soccer.

This victory places Morocco alongside Egypt, Libya, and Saudi Arabia as winners of the prestigious competition. Morocco's journey to the title was marked by five consecutive wins, including three in the group stage. The team began their campaign with a 7-4 victory over Lebanon, followed by a commanding 7-1 win against Libya, and a penalty shootout victory over Oman after a 5-5 draw.

In the semi-finals, the Atlas Lions defeated Egypt with a narrow 3-2 victory, leading up to their final showdown against Mauritania. This historic win is a testament to the team's skill and determination throughout the tournament.