An earthquake hit Morocco on Friday, killing thousands and injuring hundreds. In addition to damage to buildings, towns from the city of Marrakech to the Atlas Mountains were also devastated.In the face of devastating disasters, footballers have expressed solidarity through social networks, e.g. Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi sends heartfelt message to victimswaiting for a supportive coincidence.
An earthquake happened The magnitude was 6.8according to the U.S. Geological Survey, left 1,037 people died and 1,204 were injured, 721 of whom were seriously injured; so far. It was the strongest earthquake in the African country in 120 years.
Amid the wave of solidarity on social networks, cristiano ronaldo A heartfelt message was delivered to the earthquake victims. “My deepest condolences to the families and friends of all the victims in Morocco“, he said, attaching a picture of the flag of an African country. And continued: “Sending love and prayers At this very difficult time for everyone. “
In addition, the four-star hotel owned by Portuguese players in the capital is also shelter For those who survived the quake, they stayed in their rooms over the weekend.
For his part, Lionel Messi also took story Show your support on Instagram. “My condolences to all the families of the victims of the Moroccan earthquake“said the captain of the national team. And then said:”All strength goes out to the injured and those affected by this terrible disaster“.
Players show solidarity after Morocco earthquake
After a devastating earthquake hit the country, royal moroccan football federationin dialogue with the Confederation of African Football, promulgated The last game is suspended Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers.So far, there have been reports that 1,037 people died and 1,204 were injured, 721 of whom were seriously injured; After a 6.8-magnitude earthquake occurred last Friday.
Before Game suspendedthe players gathered together to cooperate with the action of supporting the victims, Donate blood. captain of moroccan actors, Achraf Hakimi inspires his colleagues and citizens to join We deeply regret this life-saving initiative and this devastating earthquake.
“For all our fellow citizens, we are going through a difficult timesaid the footballer. I added: “Now is the time for us to come together to save as many lives as possible. My condolences to all those who have lost loved ones. ” In another post, the Moroccan player encouraged people to go to medical centers to seek help. “Now, The first priority is to supply blood For those in critical situations. Donating blood is everyone’s responsibility. need your help“.
as he warned U.S. Geological Survey, The epicenter of the earthquake was located in this town Igil70 kilometers south of Marrakech.
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