India, July 10 -- Kylian Mbappe put his first-half penalty miss behind him in spectacular fashion, producing a stunning strike after the break to hand France the breakthrough against Morocco. Ousmane Dembele then added the second goal as Les Bleus secured a convincing 2-0 victory to book their place in the semifinals of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. It is the third straight World Cup in which France have reached the last four.

The first half ended goalless despite France creating the better opportunities, with Mbappe's missed penalty standing out as the defining moment. Morocco defended with discipline and composure, frustrating the French attack and heading into the break with confidence after keeping the score level. The Atlas Lions even be...