In December 2022, something magical happened in Morocco.

The country was enveloped in a dreamy haze, a state of hopeful waiting and joy, that seemed to permeate every corner of the nation.

The Moroccan soccer team had made history: the “Atlas Lions” were the first African team to reach the semifinals in the World Cup. Their consecutive victories against Spain first, then Portugal, propelled the Moroccan team at the heart of the soccer world.

But it wasn't just about football - it was about something much deeper.

The feeling of hope and joy that swept the country transcended all social, economic, and political barriers, touching both new and old generations, whether they were in bustling city streets or in the windswept desert dunes. The sound of "sir sir sir" echoed throughout the land, lifting spirits and inspiring all who heard it.

But even when the team faced their first defeat against France, the people of Morocco refused to let their spirits be dampened, and continued to embrace this oneiric moment.