France reached the semi-finals of the 2026 FIFA World Cup after beating Morocco 2-0, ending the Atlas Lions’ impressive run.
Kylian Mbappé and Ousmane Dembélé scored in the second half to secure the win for France. Morocco can be proud of another strong tournament, showing Africa’s growing impact in world football.
Bono Stands Out as Morocco Holds Off Early Attacks
France started strong and nearly scored in the first four minutes when Dayot Upamecano headed a dangerous cross, but goalkeeper Yassine Bono made a great save to keep the score level.
France kept up the pressure, pushing Morocco back as they looked for an early goal.
In the 25th minute, France got a penalty after referee Facundo Tello called a foul on Noussair Mazraoui in the box. Bono saved Morocco again by stopping Kylian Mbappé’s shot, which was aimed at the bottom-right corner.
Bono kept up his strong performance in the 35th minute by stopping Desire Doué after a great run into the box. France also hit the crossbar with a long shot from Lucas Digne in first-half stoppage time, but the teams were still tied at halftime.
Mbappé and Dembélé Send France to the Semi-Finals. France finally took the lead in the 60th minute when Mbappé got the ball outside the box and calmly scored with a low shot inside the right post.k.
Morocco tried to answer, but France scored again six minutes later. Mbappé set up Dembélé, who shot from the edge of the box and found the bottom corner to make it 2-0.
The two-goal cushion proved decisive. With a two-goal lead, France controlled the rest of the match and secured their spot in the semi-finals.ey comes to an end, but the Atlas Lions leave the tournament having once again showcased their quality, resilience, and ability to compete with the world’s best.
France will play either Belgium or Spain next for a spot in the 2026 FIFA World Cup final.
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