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France advances to World Cup semifinals after defeating Morocco 2-0

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 10, 2026, 9:16 AM

Last updated Jul 10, 2026

France advances to World Cup semifinals after defeating Morocco 2-0

Summary

France defeated Morocco 2-0 in Boston on July 10 to secure a place in the World Cup semifinals. The team controlled the first half, with Kylian Mbappé's penalty saved and Lucas Digne hitting the woodwork. In the second half, Mbappé opened the scoring in the 60th minute, followed by Ousmane Dembélé doubling the lead just four minutes later. Goalkeeper Mike Maignan completed the match with a crucial late save, while Adrien Rabiot played a significant role in midfield. France will now await the winner of the Spain vs. Belgium matchup.

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By the Numbers

•France secures a semifinal spot in the World Cup
•Kylian Mbappé and Ousmane Dembélé score for France
•Mike Maignan saves a late chance to secure the win
•Match played in Boston on July 10
•France will face the winner of Spain and Belgium

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9:16 AMYahoo Sports — FRANCE THROUGH TO THE SEMIFINALS, 90' FOR MAIGNAN AND RABIOT

What they're saying

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Victory for Mike Maignan and Adrien Rabiot's Les Bleus, who beat Morocco 2-0 in Boston and are through to the World Cup semi-finals. In Foxborough, France dominated the first half despite Mbappé's pe...
— Yahoo Sports

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