Match Report
Introduction
France advance to the Semi-finals of the FIFA World Cup 2026 after a 2–0 Quarter-finals victory over Morocco on Thursday, 9 July 2026. Morocco's World Cup journey comes to an end — eliminated at the Quarter-finals. It was a hard-fought knockout tie that France ultimately won when it mattered most.
First Half
The opening 45 minutes produced an absorbing battle with neither side able to break the deadlock, the teams heading into the interval level at 0–0. Both sets of players were disciplined defensively, with moments of quality at both ends of the pitch. The first half laid the foundation for what would be a tightly contested second period.
Second Half
The second half saw the match open up further, with 2 more goals added from 0–0 to bring the final score to 2–0. Both managers made tactical changes in an effort to influence the outcome, with substitutions and shifts in formation creating new dynamics on the pitch. The closing stages were played at a high tempo as the decisive moments came thick and fast.
Road to the Final
France advance to the Semi-finals — one step closer to a World Cup Final appearance. Morocco are eliminated, their 2026 World Cup over. The road to the Final continues for France.
FIFA World Cup 2026
This Quarter-finals is part of the FIFA World Cup 2026 knockout stage, hosted across the United States, Canada and Mexico. The tournament began with 48 teams across 12 groups, and the field has narrowed to the best teams remaining. Follow GoalRadar for live scores, match reports, and the complete road to the Final.