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France vs. Morocco (2-0)

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 France is through to the World Cup semifinals after a commanding 2-0 victory over Morocco at Boston Stadium on Thursday, July 9, 2026. The clinical French side broke down a resilient Moroccan defense in the second half, solidifying their status as tournament favorites.

If you missed yesterday's elite tactical battle, here is exactly how the first quarterfinal unfolded.

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📊 Match Overview & Stats
  • Final Score: France 2 - 0 Morocco
  • Goals: Kylian Mbappé (60'), Ousmane Dembélé (66')
  • Venue: Boston Stadium (Foxborough, Massachusetts)
  • Key Stat: France dominated with 10 shots on goal, while Morocco failed to register a shot in open play until late in the second half.
⏱️ First Half: Bounou Denies Mbappé From the Spot
The first 45 minutes belonged to Moroccan goalkeeper Yassine Bounou. France controlled the rhythm early on and earned a golden opportunity in the 26th minute when Noussair Mazraoui fouled Kylian Mbappé in the box.
Following a lengthy VAR review, Mbappé stepped up to take the penalty kick. However, Bounou produced a spectacular diving save to deny the French captain, sending the teams into the tunnel locked at 0-0.
⚡ Second Half: The French Firepower Unleashed
Didier Deschamps’ side adjusted their attacking lanes after the break and broke the deadlock through sheer individual brilliance.
*⚽ 60th Minute (1-0): Kylian Mbappé made amends for his missed penalty. After receiving a loose ball on the edge of the area, he curled a signature right-footed strike through a crowded defense into the far post. The goal marks his 8th of the tournament, tying him with Lionel Messi in the Golden Boot race.
*⚽ 66th Minute (2-0): Just six minutes later, Ousmane Dembélé delivered the dagger. Mbappé initiated the counter-attack with a clever decoy run, drawing away the Atlas Lions' defenders. Dembélé picked up the space, cutting into the box to slide a low finish into the bottom corner.
🤕 Late Injury Concern for France
While French fans are celebrating a third consecutive World Cup semifinal appearance, a dark cloud hangs over the squad. In the 77th minute, Mbappé took a heavy tackle from Morocco's Issa Diop and was subbed off as a precaution. He spent the remainder of the match on the bench with an ice pack strapped to his right foot.
🔮 What’s Next?
With this victory, France eliminates the final African nation remaining in the tournament. Les Bleus will face the winner of the Spain vs. Belgium matchup in the semifinals on Tuesday, July 14.