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France defeats Morocco 2-0, advances to World Cup semifinals as Morocco is eliminated
France advanced to the semifinals after a 2-0 victory over Morocco on July 9. The match took place at Gillette Stadium in Foxborough, Massachusetts.
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France defeated Morocco 2-0 in a World Cup quarterfinal on July 9, 2026, and advanced to the semifinals. The match was played at Gillette Stadium in Foxborough, Massachusetts. Kylian Mbappé scored his eighth goal of the tournament, according to Le Monde.
He left the field in the 77th minute after sustaining an ankle injury and was replaced by Jean-Philippe Mateta. Mbappé received treatment on the sideline with an ice pack on his right ankle. Mbappé told French broadcaster M6 that the injury would not prevent him from participating in the remainder of the competition.
Coach Didier Deschamps said Mbappé does not doubt himself. France's victory appeared secure by the time Mbappé exited. At the final whistle, Mbappé rejoined his teammates and celebrated reaching the semifinals.
Morocco was eliminated from the tournament after the loss. International press described France as the team to beat following the result.
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