Hundreds of fans turned up on the Curry Mile in the freezing cold to watch Morocco take on France in the World Cup. Shisha lounges and sports bars that were showing the historic match on Wilmslow Road were rammed with many unable to get in stood watching the game outside.
Morocco ultimately lost, but their run saw them become the first African and Arab team to make it to the World Cup semi finals. Despite going behind early, the mood among the crowd steadily picked up thanks to the team's heroic performance which saw them come close to scoring against the mighty France.