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Morocco pulls off another World Cup upset, beats 2nd FIFA ranked side Belgium 2-0

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Belgium's Kevin De Bruyne gestures during the World Cup group F soccer match between Belgium and Morocco, at the Al Thumama Stadium in Doha, Qatar, Sunday, Nov. 27, 2022. (AP Photo/Frank Augstein)

Morocco pulled off yet another World Cup shock, and it was Belgium's aging "Golden Generation" that took the hit this time.

The 2-0 upset left Kevin de Bruyne and the 2018 semifinalists in peril of a group-stage exit at what is likely the final World Cup for numerous players on a team that hasn't been able to win a major title.

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