France defeats Morocco 2-0 to reach World Cup semifinal

France secured a 2‑0 victory over Morocco in the quarter‑finals of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, advancing to the semi‑finals. The French side opened the scoring with a goal from a well‑placed header and added a second through a swift counter‑attack, while Morocco failed to convert any of their chances. The win places France in a position to face either Spain or Belgium in the next round, depending on the outcome of the other semi‑final match.

The match, held at the newly inaugurated stadium in Los Angeles, saw France dominate possession and create several key opportunities. Morocco, however, managed to hold a respectable defensive shape, limiting France to a single defensive lapse that led to the first goal. With the tournament still in its early stages, both teams will prepare for the high stakes of the semi‑finals, where the stakes include a place in the final and a chance for a historic title.

As the World Cup progresses, France’s next opponent will be determined by the result of Spain versus Belgium. The semi‑finals promise to feature some of the tournament’s most compelling matchups, with each team aiming to secure a spot in the final and add another chapter to their footballing legacy.