Moroccan national team goalkeeper Yassine Bono was named man of the match in the quarter-final against Portugal (1-0). The 31-year-old goalkeeper made three saves and kept a clean sheet.

It is worth noting that Bono has kept three clean sheets in four World Cup matches so far. The only goal he has conceded was an own goal scored by teammate Naif Aguerd in the 2-1 win over Canada.

At club level, Bono plays for Spanish club Sevilla. The Moroccan national team will face the winner of the England-France match in the World Cup semi-finals. In the other semi-final, Croatia will face Argentina. The 2022 World Cup final in Qatar is scheduled for December 18 at the Lusail Iconic Stadium.

Bono's outstanding performance against Portugal cemented his status as one of the tournament's most outstanding goalkeepers. His ability to keep his team's goal intact was instrumental in Morocco's historic run to become the first African nation to reach the semi-finals of a World Cup.

The upcoming semi-final will be a real test for Morocco as they take on one of the tournament favourites. Bono’s form and leadership in the defensive line will be crucial in determining the outcome of the match. Football fans around the world will be eagerly awaiting this memorable encounter as Morocco aim to continue their fairytale journey and potentially make history by reaching the World Cup final.

Whatever the outcome, Yassine Bono’s heroics in goal have already earned him the admiration of football fans around the world. His consistently impressive performances are testament to his skill, dedication and the team’s collective determination to defy the odds and make their mark on the world stage.