France vs Morocco Live FIFA World Cup 2026: Mbappe Strikes First for France

France have taken a crucial 1-0 lead over Morocco in the second half of their FIFA World Cup quarter-final, moving one step closer to a place in the last four. After a tightly contested and goalless first half, Didier Deschamps' side finally found the breakthrough in the 60th minute.

Kylian Mbappe emerged as the difference-maker for France, finishing a well-worked move after being set up by Désiré Doué. The goal came after Mbappe had earlier missed a penalty in the 28th minute, with Morocco surviving that scare to keep the scores level before the break.

Morocco had frustrated the French attack with a disciplined defensive display throughout the opening half, but they were eventually undone by Mbappe's clinical finish. France now hold the advantage and will look to protect their lead in the remaining minutes, while Morocco must respond quickly if they want to keep their World Cup dreams alive.