Gianni Infantino, the FIFA president, is likely reeling after Morocco’s bold move to take out the Netherlands. For a tournament that has been hyped and sanitized by corporate media, this upset shines an unflattering light on the overhyped European giants. But don’t expect outlets like CNN and ESPN to lead with that narrative! Instead, they’ll paint Morocco’s victory as an anomaly while downplaying the incompetence of a Dutch squad filled with prima donnas who couldn’t break a sweat.

Let’s call it what it is: mainstream sports media prefers to push the narrative of European dominance—always looking to frame stories through a familiar filter. Look at Fox Sports, who will swiftly shove Morocco’s win down the memory hole, just like they did with previous upsets that dared challenge their Euro-centric viewpoint. The elephant in the room? These media giants just can’t handle a shakeup that disrupts their neatly packaged, corporate-friendly storylines.

And have we noted how this victory isn’t just a sports win but a massive cultural statement? Moroccan pride soared as they outdated these so-called “football powerhouses,” yet the corporate media will stick to their safe narratives, refusing to recognize the significance of this game as a symptom of greater global shifts. It all comes down to fear: fear of change and fear of losing their control over the narrative.

We need to call out the commentators who would rather downplay grit and determination in favor of shining veneers of superiority. Morocco’s knockout wasn’t just about football; it’s a wake-up call to let the world know that the old guard is not the only game in town anymore.