FIFA World Cup, France reach semi-finals with Morocco scalp: Stats
10 Jul 2026

France secured a spot in the FIFA World Cup 2026 semi-finals after a convincing 2-0 victory over Morocco.

The match was held at the Gillette Stadium in Boston, with Kylian Mbappe and Ousmane Dembele scoring for Les Bleus.

Despite missing an early penalty, Mbappe made amends by finding the net in the second half.

Dembele completed the job for France with his side's 2nd goal.

Here's more.

Mbappe shines for France
Match highlights

France captain Mbappe was instrumental in the team's victory, despite an early setback.

He won a penalty after being fouled by Noussair Mazraoui but his weak shot was saved by Moroccan goalkeeper Yassine Bounou.

However, he quickly made up for it with a stunning strike in the 60th minute, finding the far corner of the net to put France ahead.

Dembele's goal secures France's victory
Final moments

Just six minutes after Mbappe's goal, Dembele doubled France's lead with a well-placed shot that slipped past Bounou.

The French defense held strong for the remainder of the match, ensuring Morocco couldn't find the back of the net.

This win takes France one step closer to their third consecutive World Cup final appearance. They will face either Spain or Belgium in the semi-finals.

France inch closer to 3rd successive final; Mbappe scores again
Player's performance

With this victory, France are now one step away from their third consecutive World Cup final.

Mbappe, who has scored eight goals and provided three assists in the tournament, is chasing the Golden Ball and Golden Boot.

He is now tied with Lionel Messi at the top of the Golden Boot race with eight goals each.

Erling Haaland owns 7 goals with Harry Kane scoring six times.