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FIFA World Cup 2022 Semi-Final: France vs Morocco Predictions & Colonial History

France vs Morocco

FIFA World Cup 2022 in Qatar will be remembered forever as unpredictable.

Morocco makes history in FIFA World Cup 2022 by becoming the first African nation to reach the semi-finals.

France vs Morocco match will going to be thrilling and exciting for viewers.

French colonial history and a few key players of the Morocco team were born in France, for them, this match will be a test of loyalty to their nation.

France vs Morocco Match Predictions

France vs Morocco

France

Les Blues is in full form this year’s FIFA World Cup, they remain undefeated in all matches in the tournament except Tunisia.

Team two notable players Kylian Mbappe and Olivier Giroud are the top contenders for Golden Boot.

Antoine Griezmann is the dominant player of the center and his strong partnership with other players and quick response allows France to score goals.

Morocco

Atlas Lions surprise the world with their victory over Portugal, Spain, and Belgium.

Their hardcore defensive strategy worked well in all of their past matches.

Their notable key players are Achraf Hakimi and Hakim Ziyech. Achraf Hakimi is one of the best right-backs in world football.

France vs Morocco Past Encounter in Football

France vs Morocco

France and Morocco have played against each other five times. France won three times and Morocco one time and one match was drawn.

Their last match was in 2007 and both teams satisfy with a draw of 2-2 at State de France in Paris.

Tarik Sektioui hit the first goal but Sidney Govou equalizes it from France’s side. In the second half, Samir Nasri scored a goal for France and gave the lead to 2-1.

But a late goal by Moroccan Youssef Mokhtari leads the match to a 2-2 draw.

On performance and fitness levels France will have a high chance to win in the semifinals.

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France vs Morocco Match Related to Their Colonial History

France vs Morocco

France vs Morocco match in FIFA World Cup 2022 is extremely important for both nations.

France once ruled Morocco in the past and gain independence in 1956.

Their cultural and food similarities make their bond special.

Morocco heroic coach Walid Regragui captain Roman Saiss and Sofiane Boufal were born in France. For them, it is a test of loyalty.

I am a dual national. It is an honour and pleasure to play against France but it is just football… When we play for Morocco, we are Moroccan,” Regragui, dubbed as the ‘Moroccan Guardiola’, said on the eve of the match.

France vs Morocco is not a match between two football teams, it is a match of honour, a test of loyalty and moreover, it has a historical significance

France vs Morocco Live Broadcast

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France vs Morocco match will be broadcast live on sports 18 and sports 18 HD TV Channels in India. Jio cinema’s app and website will also offer live streaming.

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