World Cup 2026 Heats Up: France Secures Semifinal Spot, US Out, Key Players Injured

France secured a decisive 2-0 victory over Morocco in the FIFA World Cup 2026 quarterfinals on Thursday, July 9, advancing them to the semifinals. Kylian Mbappé opened the scoring in the 60th minute, despite having missed a penalty earlier in the match, and Ousmane Dembélé doubled France's lead six minutes later, ensuring their spot in the next stage of the tournament.

Meanwhile, England is preparing for a challenging quarterfinal clash against Norway, scheduled for Saturday, July 11, 2026. This eagerly anticipated match sees England, a tournament favorite, facing a formidable Norwegian side that notably upset five-time champions Brazil in the previous round, with Erling Haaland being a key threat. England is also reportedly dealing with potential fitness concerns for key players Marc Guehi and Declan Rice ahead of the crucial encounter.