The World Cup's Unlikely Storyline: France's Dominance and Morocco's Underdog Spirit The 2026 FIFA World Cup has been marked by underdogs, upsets, and surprising comebacks.
But none have captivated global attention like the quarterfinal matchup between France and Morocco on Thursday night at the Gillette Stadium outside Boston.
Kylian Mbappe and Ousmane Dembele led Les Bleus to a 2 0 victory over the African champions. France's dominance was expected, given their storied history in the tournament.