The Embassy of the Kingdom of Morocco in France has lodged a formal complaint with French authorities following incidents of flag desecration and verbal assaults against Moroccan supporters in Aubervilliers. These acts occurred immediately after the Morocco-Canada match in the 2026 World Cup qualifiers.
Formal condemnation and documented evidence
The embassy issued a strongly worded statement, condemning the acts as ‘severe and unworthy’. According to the statement, verified footage and testimonies confirm that the Moroccan flag was publicly torn, burned, and destroyed by individuals shouting slogans linked to Algerian origins.
Diplomatic response and legal action
In response to these provocations, the embassy has taken swift legal action, demanding thorough investigations and appropriate measures against those responsible. The incident has drawn attention to the need for stronger security measures during international sporting events to prevent such violations of diplomatic symbols.
