France Advances to World Cup Semifinals with 2-0 Win Over Morocco

France secured a 2-0 victory over Morocco in Boston on July 10, 2026, advancing to the semifinals of the FIFA World Cup. The French team, led by coach Didier Deschamps, demonstrated dominance reminiscent of their 2022 performance when they also eliminated Morocco in the semifinals. Despite missing a penalty, Kylian Mbappe scored a stunning goal and assisted Ousmane Dembele, sealing the win for the Tricolor.

Morocco, which has risen significantly in international football, entered the match as a strong contender following their historic 2022 World Cup run and recent African Cup of Nations final appearance. Under coach Mohammed Wahbi, the Atlas Lions showed they can compete with top teams but fell short against France’s superior play. This defeat, however, does not diminish Morocco’s status as a rising force in world football.

France now stands just two wins away from lifting the World Cup trophy, reinforcing their position as one of the tournament favorites. The match highlighted the gap Morocco still needs to close to transition from historic achievements to winning major titles. The World Cup 2026 continues with France aiming for the final stage.