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Kylian Mbappé exits match with injury as France advances to semifinals

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 9, 2026, 10:36 PM

Last updated Jul 9, 2026

Kylian Mbappé exits match with injury as France advances to semifinals

Summary

Kylian Mbappé was substituted in the second half of France's 2026 World Cup quarterfinal victory over Morocco due to an injury sustained without contact. France, competing for a semifinal berth, secured a 2-0 win with goals from Mbappé and Ousmane Dembélé. Despite missing a penalty earlier in the game, Mbappé's effort marked his 20th World Cup goal. His status for the semifinals is uncertain, raising concerns for Didier Deschamps' squad as they aim for further success in the tournament. France awaits updates on Mbappé's fitness for the next round.

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Status Watch

•France defeats Morocco 2-0 in the World Cup quarterfinals on July 9.
•Kylian Mbappé scores but exits the match due to injury.
•Ousmane Dembélé doubles France's lead shortly after Mbappé's goal.
•France matches its previous World Cup victory over Morocco in 2022.
•Mbappé's status for the semifinals remains uncertain following the injury.

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10:36 PMYahoo Sports — Kylian Mbappé suffers injury scare as France book World Cup semifinal berth

What they're saying

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Having scored the opener, Kylian Mbappé was forced off in the second half of France's 2026 World Cup quarterfinal win against Morocco after going down without contact
— Yahoo Sports

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