Overview
- France beat Morocco 2-0 to advance to the World Cup semifinals, with Ousmane Dembélé adding the second goal that sealed the win.
- Kylian Mbappé missed a first-half penalty but scored in the 60th minute to give France the lead and preserve his scoring form.
- Mbappé went to ground later with an ankle knock, received treatment, and was substituted in the 77th minute for Jean-Philippe Mateta.
- Mbappé told reporters he is “all good,” coach Didier Deschamps called it a slight ankle issue, and media sources reported there are no current concerns.
- Mbappé leads the Golden Boot race with eight goals and three assists, and France now prepares to face the winner of Spain versus Belgium in the semifinal.