After a thrilling Sunday, Europe clinched a spot in the final thanks to the standout performances in Jor, while Africa watched its dream fade far from the trophy.
The World Cup in Qatar 2022 settled on France as the second finalist after a measured 2-0 victory against Morocco, the tournament’s surprise package. Morocco fought valiantly at Al Bayt, earning admiration from Regragui and every player, as they shifted focus to the bronze match while preparing for a difficult path ahead.
The atmosphere was frozen with anticipation. France had what it took to reach the final day with no mercy spared: a fierce Theo to push the pace early, a Mbappé-assisted Konaté finish, and Kolo Muani’s strike after just 60 seconds, a product of Mbappé’s deft work in tight spaces. The team’s defense, anchored by Konaté and Koundé, held steady as substitutes and rotational players ensured depth throughout the match.
Unlike the dramatic semi-final between Argentina and Croatia, where goalkeepers Martínez and Livaković stood tall through seven matches, the Atlas Lions pressed hard against the French defense, while Les Bleus defended their two-time crown against a persistent England side that fell short of the final. The Argentina-Croatia duel loomed large, with Scaloni and Deschamps facing a crucial Sunday clash if both teams advanced.
96′ FINAL: France 2, Morocco 0. The final will feature Argentina vs. Les Bleus.
95′ Koundé made a flawless intervention to clear a dangerous moment as Ez Abde drove forward and Ounahi’s shot tested the defense, with Hamdallah unable to convert on a late chance.
79′ GOAL! France extends their lead. Randal Kolo Muani finished after a build-up from Mbappé and Fofana, marking Eintracht’s striker’s first appearance since taking over for Dembele.
75′ Hamdallah’s chance goes astray.
71′ Griezmann’s free kick found Marcus Thuram, Giroud’s replacement, but the header went wide. France maintained the momentum at the summit of play.
51′ Mbappé requested a foul, signaling his ongoing influence on the match.
45+3′ France leads Morocco 1-0 at halftime.
44′ The Yamiqu attempt clipped Lloris’s glove, nearly turning into an equalizer as the goalkeeper saved in a dramatic moment.
40′ A corner from Varane was narrowly defended as the ball slipped away on the inside edge.
36′ Mbappé nearly broke through, pulling Bono off his line but not finding the net. Yamiq delivered a critical block and Giroud missed a prime chance for a greater lead.
21′ Captain Romain Saiss sustains an injury, with Selim Amallah stepping in to continue the fight.
17′ Giroud’s shot hit the post after a sharp move from Saiss and Milan’s keeper’s reaction.
10′ Lloris mishandled a save, but the danger was neutralized as Ounahi fired just wide from a Tottenham connection in the cup’s history.
5′ Theo Hernández opens the scoring, a dazzling display as Morocco’s defense collapses under a left-footed strike from the flank.
1′ The game begins with Dari coming on for Aguerd after an earlier injury scare.
Referee César Ramos signals the start of the match.
Friends on the field, rivals in spirit, the focus turns to Morocco’s defensive setup in Jor as Regragui shapes the lineup with Saiss, Aguerd, and Mazraoui restored to the backline.
Didier Deschamps shows no doubt in his squad selection. The French camp steadies itself for the decisive moment.
Supporters around the world watched as Morocco amassed three million Instagram followers in the lead-up to this match, a testament to the team’s rising global profile.
The iconic French jersey and the privacy of the world champions’ dressing room were in sharp contrast to the Moroccan preparation area with a philosophy of resilience and unity.
Tonight’s rivals prepared for a dramatic showdown, and fans globally tuned in to witness a live broadcast of the Qatar 2022 World Cup semi-final featuring France and Morocco.
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