In the 2022 FIFA World Cup quarterfinal, France defeated Morocco 2-0 on December 10, 2022, at Al Bayt Stadium. Goals from Kylian Mbappé and Olivier Giroud secured the victory for the defending champions.
France dominated possession with 58% and had 10 shots on target compared to Morocco's 3. The win advanced France to the semifinals, where they faced England.
Morocco's historic run as the first African team to reach the quarterfinals ended, but they received widespread praise for their defensive organization and resilience throughout the tournament.
