World Cup Quarter-finals
France 2 - 0 FT Morocco
Match Statistics
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Match Events
28' K. Mbappe (K. Mbappe)
HT
60' K. Mbappe (D. Doue)
↓ A. Bouaddi ↑S. Amrabat 62'
↓ B. El Khannouss ↑S. Rahimi 62'
I. Diop 63'
66' O. Dembele (K. Mbappe)
71' ↓ M. Kone ↑W. Zaire-Emery
↓ B. Diaz ↑G. Yassine 74'
↓ A. Salah-Eddine ↑Z. El Ouahdi 74'
77' ↓ K. Mbappe ↑J. Mateta
77' ↓ D. Doue ↑B. Barcola
↓ C. Talbi ↑A. Sbai 85'
87' ↓ J. Kounde ↑M. Gusto
FT
Player Cards
Our take on every player in this match
France
Goalkeepers
Mike Maignan 
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
95
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Started
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Defenders
Jules Koundé
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
Dayot Upamecano
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15
Late Mins
15
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95
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William Saliba
LATE SHIFT
15
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15
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95
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Lucas Digne
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15
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15
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95
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Midfielders
Manu Koné
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15
Late Mins
15
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71
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71
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Adrien Rabiot
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15
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15
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95
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Ousmane Dembélé 
ARCHITECT
4
Key Passes
4
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0
Assists
27%
Pass Acc
Michael Olise
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15
Late Mins
15
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95
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Désiré Doué 
PROVIDER
1
Assists
1
Assists
3
Key Passes
7.2
Rating
Forwards
Kylian Mbappé
ARCHITECT
4
Key Passes
4
Key Passes
1
Assists
26%
Pass Acc
BENCH
Brice Samba 
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
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Robin Risser
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
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Ibrahima Konaté
LATE SHIFT
15
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15
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0
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Lucas Hernández
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15
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15
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0
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Malo Gusto
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15
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15
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8
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Theo Hernández
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15
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15
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0
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Maxence Lacroix
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15
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0
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Aurélien Tchouaméni
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15
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15
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0
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Warren Zaïre-Emery
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15
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15
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24
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Rayan Cherki
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15
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15
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0
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N'Golo Kanté
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15
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15
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0
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Maghnes Akliouche
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15
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15
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0
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Marcus Thuram
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15
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15
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0
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Jean-Philippe Mateta
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15
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15
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18
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Bradley Barcola
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15
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15
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18
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Morocco
Goalkeepers
Yassine Bounou 
PENALTY HERO
1
Pens Saved
1
Pens Saved
6
Saves
7.6
Rating
Defenders
Achraf Hakimi
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15
Late Mins
15
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95
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Issa Diop
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15
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15
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95
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Noussair Mazraoui 
FRIENDLY FIRE
Pen Given
Mistake
Pen Given
Mistake
1
Fouls
6
Rating
Anass Salah-Eddine
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15
Late Mins
15
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74
Total Mins
74
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Midfielders
Ayyoub Bouaddi
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15
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15
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62
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62
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Neil El Aynaoui
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15
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15
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95
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Brahim Díaz
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15
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15
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74
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74
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Azzedine Ounahi 
MAGNET
83
Activity
83
Activity
70
Passes
13
Duels
Chemsdine Talbi
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5
Late Mins
5
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85
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85
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Forwards
Bilal El Khannouss
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15
Late Mins
15
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62
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62
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BENCH
Munir El Kajoui
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
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Ahmed Reda Tagnaouti
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
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Marwane Saadane
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15
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15
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0
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Zakaria El Ouahdi
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15
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15
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21
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Chadi Riad
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15
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15
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0
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Redouane Halhal
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15
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15
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0
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Youssef Belammari
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15
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15
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0
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Sofyan Amrabat
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15
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15
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33
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Samir El Mourabet
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15
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15
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0
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Ismael Saibari
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15
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15
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0
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Soufiane Rahimi
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15
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15
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33
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Amine Sbai
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15
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15
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10
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Gessime Yassine
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15
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15
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21
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Ayoub El Kaabi
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15
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15
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0
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Ayoube Amaimouni Echghouyab
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15
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15
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0
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Match previews and recaps to help you decide which games are worth watching
Mbappé and Dembélé Break Moroccan Resistance at Gillette Stadium
Average Entertainment Futmetrix Score: 35/100. France flexed their formidable attacking muscle to end Morocco’s valiant World Cup run and book a coveted semi-final spot.
The Early Siege
Morocco edged possession (52%), but France dictated the true rhythm of the game from the opening exchanges. A high Stakes quarter-final immediately turned into a relentless attacking siege by Les Bleus. The North Africans sat deep in a compact block, absorbing immense pressure as France unleashed a barrage of shots toward the Moroccan goal. The defining moment of the first half arrived in the 28th minute. K. Mbappe stepped up to the penalty spot, looking to draw first blood and put his side in the driving seat. Instead, Yassine Bounou produced a monumental diving save, keeping the game scoreless and injecting fresh belief into the Moroccan ranks. The Intensity of France's 21 total shot attempts was evident to everyone inside the arena, but as they headed into the break, the scoreboard remained frustratingly blank for the European heavyweights.
The Breakthrough
The second half required a moment of pure magic to shatter the defensive deadlock. Despite Bounou's heroic shot-stopping display throughout the evening, the Moroccan dam eventually burst right on the hour mark. D. Doue carved open the backline with a precise pass, feeding K. Mbappe who made absolutely no mistake this time around. That crucial opening goal completely altered the Balance of the tie. Morocco had to abandon their rigid defensive shape to chase an equaliser, inevitably leaving gaping spaces across the pitch. Just six minutes later, France ruthlessly exploited that newly opened territory. Mbappé transitioned seamlessly from goalscorer to provider, laying the ball off perfectly for O. Dembele to confidently double the advantage. That quick-fire double strike effectively killed the contest, breaking Moroccan hearts in a matter of moments.
The Semi-Final Stage
At 2-0 down, the North African side simply lacked the requisite firepower to mount a serious comeback, mustering just a single shot on target all evening despite edging possession. The final whistle at Gillette Stadium confirmed what the brutal second-half onslaught had heavily suggested: France are marching on. They calmly navigated the immense pressure of single-leg knockout football to securely advance to the semi-finals. Morocco bow out with their heads held high after a spirited tournament run, but the sheer volume of French offensive chances proved entirely insurmountable. The post-match reality is incredibly stark for the rest of the competition. France are clearly peaking at the perfect moment in this World Cup, carrying an ominous, multi-faceted attacking threat into the final four as they hunt global glory.
Key Questions
Was the penalty miss by Ousmane Dembélé the turning point?
Kylian Mbappé actually took and missed the 28th-minute penalty, denied by a superb save. It delayed France's eventual victory but was not the turning point.
What made Ousmane Dembélé the Man of the Match?
Dembélé scored the crucial second goal and dictated attacking play with four key passes, earning an 8.9 rating for his relentless offensive threat.
What does this mean for France's season?
France securely progress to the World Cup semi-finals. Their flawless form continues, establishing them as heavy favourites to capture the ultimate international prize.
What is the Futmetrix Score?
The Futmetrix Score is our 0-100 verdict on how entertaining a match is. We look at intensity, balance, stakes, and star quality to tell you if it's worth your time.
Two Steps from Glory: France Face Moroccan Test
Worth Watching Futmetrix Score: 87/100. A high-stakes World Cup quarter-final pitting an unstoppable French attack against a Moroccan side desperate to continue their unbeaten run.
The Setup
At Gillette Stadium this July 09, 2026, the World Cup quarter-finals deliver a compelling clash of heavyweights. France arrive with a devastating Form rating, boasting a flawless win streak and ten goals in their last three matches. They look every bit the tournament favorites. However, Morocco are no pushovers. The North African side has maintained impressive tactical Balance, remaining unbeaten while conceding very few goals. With world-class Stars littered across the pitch, the Stakes could not be higher as a coveted semi-final spot hangs in the balance.
Key Battle
The defining duel will unfold on the flank where Kylian Mbappé matches pace with Achraf Hakimi. Mbappé is a relentless goal machine right now, but Hakimi possesses the sheer speed and defensive acumen required to challenge his club teammate. If Hakimi can neutralize the primary French threat, Morocco's chances of an upset drastically increase.
Our Prediction
We expect France to edge this tactical chess match 2-1. Morocco will sit deep and absorb pressure, frustrating the favorites early on. Ultimately, the sheer depth of French attacking quality will break down the Moroccan resistance in the second half, securing their progression.