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SportsPublished: 10 July 2026 at 06:37

France into semi-finals after comfortable win over Morocco

Kylian Mbappe scored his eighth goal of the World Cup, making up for an earlier penalty miss, while Ousmane Dembele added a second as France defeated Morocco to reach the semi-finals.

Foto: BBC Sport

In the World Cup quarterfinal match, France secured a comfortable victory over Morocco, advancing to the semi-finals. Kylian Mbappe was once again instrumental, netting his eighth goal of the tournament after having missed a penalty earlier in the game. Ousmane Dembele sealed the win with a second goal, ensuring France's progression. France controlled the game from the start, creating numerous chances. Despite the missed penalty, Mbappe showed resilience and scored a crucial goal. Dembele's goal provided a comfortable cushion. The French team now looks ahead to the semi-finals, where they will face another strong opponent. Morocco's impressive run in the tournament comes to an end after a spirited performance.

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