Celebrations by PUMA in Casablanca city

Overview:

The celebration concluded with a traditional Dakka Marrakchia performance, showcasing the rich heritage of Morocco whilst blending music and culture into the experience.

In the heart of Morocco Mall in Casablanca city, global sports brand PUMA brought the Kingdom of Morocco together through a 120-person flashmob led by Moroccan singer and artist Karima Gouit.

This created a defining moment that reflected the energy, pride and spirit of the Kingdom of Morocco.

Moroccan singer and artist Karima Gouit during the PUMA Flashmob celebrations

Bringing together football fans, media, creators and members of the local community, the surprise activation transformed one of the country’s busiest shopping destinations into a celebration of passion and support for the Moroccan national team ahead of their 2026 FIFA World Cup duel against Scotland.

The celebration concluded with a traditional Dakka Marrakchia performance, showcasing the rich heritage of Morocco whilst blending music and culture into the experience.

The activation captured the attention of shoppers throughout Morocco Mall, drawing crowds across multiple levels as the surprise performance unfolded.

Fans had a field day at office

Spectators paused to film the moment on their phones while fans joined the celebrations.

The reaction from the crowd’s in attendance reflected the excitement surrounding the Atlas Lions and Morocco as a whole, with one fan describing the show as ‘amazing’.

Another supporter shared his hopes for the national team, saying, ‘nobody is going to sleep’, with ‘everyone hitting the streets in pure joy’ hoping to celebrate the achievements of the team in the United States of America (USA).

As the official partner of the Moroccan Football Federation, PUMA continues to celebrate the passion and identity of Moroccan football through initiatives that bring supporters closer to the game.

Following Morocco’s 1-0 victory against Scotland in Boston, the team will look to secure their place in the Round of 32 when they face Haiti in Atlanta on Wednesday 24th June, continuing the momentum of their memorable 2022 World Cup campaign in Qatar.

David Isabirye is a senior staff writer for Kawowo Sports where he covers most of the major events.

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