France booked their place in the semi-finals of the 2026 FIFA World Cup with an impressive 2-0 victory over Morocco, delivering another dominant performance while overcoming a determined North African side.
The reigning European giants once again relied on the brilliance of Kylian Mbappé, who played a decisive role in both goals before being forced off late in the match with an apparent injury, raising concerns ahead of the next round.
Mbappé opened the scoring after recovering from an earlier setback in the first half, when his penalty was saved. The French captain responded in style, curling a superb finish into the net to give his side the lead. The goal marked his eighth of the tournament, drawing him level with Lionel Messi in the race for the 2026 World Cup Golden Boot.
The 27-year-old forward later turned provider, producing a fine assist for Ousmane Dembélé, who calmly slotted the ball into the bottom corner to double France’s advantage and seal victory.
The result sends France into the World Cup semi-finals, where they will face the winner of the quarter-final clash between Spain and Belgium for a place in the final.
While France celebrated another convincing performance, attention quickly shifted to Mbappé’s fitness after he was substituted in the closing stages of the match. The nature and extent of the injury have not yet been confirmed, leaving supporters and the coaching staff awaiting further updates ahead of the crucial semi-final encounter.
France have looked among the strongest teams at the tournament, combining attacking quality with defensive discipline as they continue their pursuit of another World Cup title. However, the fitness of their star forward could prove pivotal as the competition enters its final stages.
With a place in the final now within reach, all eyes will be on Mbappé’s recovery and whether he will be available to lead France in what promises to be another high-stakes showdown.
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