Kylian Mbappe recovers from having penalty saved to help France beat Morocco and reach World Cup semi-finals.

France defeated Morocco 2-0 in a World Cup quarter-final match. This victory extended France's record of winning matches officiated by Argentinian referees. The appointment of an all-Argentinian refereeing team had sparked controversy before the game.

Authorities had anticipated potential unrest, deploying over 20,000 officers across France. Despite worries, many areas in Paris enjoyed festive gatherings, with fans celebrating and chanting for star player Kylian Mbappé.

Kylian Mbappe recovers from penalty miss to score while Ousmane Dembele seals victory and sets up semi-final clash against Spain or Belgium

Boston: France celebrated their victory over Morocco with jubilant scenes from the dressing room, as players shared moments of intense delight after locking down their spot in the World Cup semi-finals.

France strolled into their third consecutive World Cup semi-final, dispatching Morocco with a 2-0 win. Goals from Kylian Mbappe and Ousmane Dembele were part of an efficient overall display, with some eye-catching moments from their stars still sprinkled in.

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