Morocco's history-making journey in the FIFA World Cup in Qatar ended against France at Al Bayt Stadium on Wednesday night.
Theo Hernandez's early goal forced Morocco to come out of the fortress and attack. They created a series of threats against the French goal, but just couldn't seize the decisive opportunity.
France continued to move closer toward defending the World Cup championship. So far, no team is able to beat their combination of solid defense and sharp counterstrike.
Will Argentina be able to do so at Lusail Stadium on Sunday?
Theo Hernandez (R) of France shoots to score in the FIFA World Cup semifinals against Morocco at Al Bayt Stadium in Qatar, December 14, 2022. /CFP
Randal Kolo Muani (C) of France shoots to score in the FIFA World Cup semifinals against Morocco at Al Bayt Stadium in Qatar, December 14, 2022. /CFP
Jawad El Yamiq of Morocco shoots in the FIFA World Cup semifinals against France at Al Bayt Stadium in Qatar, December 14, 2022. /CFP
Morocco players prostrate in prayer after the 2-0 loss to France in the FIFA World Cup semifinals at Al Bayt Stadium in Qatar, December 14, 2022. /CFP
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