France secured a dominant 2-0 victory over Morocco in the World Cup quarterfinals, with Kylian Mbappé scoring his eighth goal of the tournament to propel Les Bleus into the semifinals.

The match, held at Boston Stadium, saw France showcase their superior technical skills and tactical discipline, neutralizing Morocco's threat despite the African side's 2022 semifinalist pedigree.

Mbappé's curled shot in the 60th minute and Ousmane Dembélé's low drive in the 66th minute sealed the win, marking France's third consecutive World Cup quarterfinal appearance.The 27-year-old striker now matches Lionel Messi's goal tally, standing at eight goals, with the Argentine leading by one.France's progression sets up a semifinal clash against Spain or Belgium, continuing their quest for a third consecutive World Cup final.The victory underscores France's status as tournament favorites, combining youthful energy with seasoned experience.

Mbappé's performance highlights his status as one of football's elite, while Morocco's exit marks the end of a strong campaign for the North African side.