US President Joe Biden Wednesday joined African leaders including Morocco’s prime minister to watch France beat the Atlas Lions 2-0 in the semi-final of the FIFA World Cup on-going in Qatar.
Biden, not known for being punctual or concise, was keenly aware of the World Cup match in Qatar as he addressed nearly 50 heads of state gathered in Washington.
“I know you’re saying to yourselves, make it short, Biden, there’s a semi-final game coming up. I get it,” he said to laughter and applause.
Biden stayed true to his word, wrapping up shortly after kickoff. He then watched the match with Moroccan Prime Minister Aziz Akhannouch and several other leaders attending the summit at central Washington’s convention center, according to the White House.
Biden in his speech saluted Morocco for being the first African nation to make it so far in the World Cup.
The United States was eliminated earlier in the tournament by The Netherlands.
All the news you need...
