Morocco Fans Party in London After World Cup Win Against Spain

Moroccans living in London took to the streets to celebrate on Tuesday, December 6, after the national soccer team advanced to the FIFA World Cup quarterfinals in Qatar after defeating former champions Spain.

This footage from Dan Barker shows a line of vehicles honking their horns on London’s Edgware Road, jubilant fans on Oxford Street, and a large crowd in Piccadilly Circus, where some fans scaled the Shaftesbury Memorial Fountain, commonly known as the statue of Eros.

Morocco beat Spain 3-0 on penalties after the match ended 0-0 at the end of extra time, becoming the first Arab country to ever reach the World Cup quarterfinals. Credit: @danbarker via Storyful

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[HORNS HONKING]

[CLAMOR]

[MUSIC PLAYING]

[WHISTLES]

[CLAMOR]

[HORNS HONKING]

[CLAMOR]

[FIREWORKS POPPING]