Recap: England vs France 1-2 – World Cup 2022
2 years ago

Recap: England vs France 1-2 – World Cup 2022

Al Jazeera  

Olivier Giroud scores late to give France the victory and set up semi-final against Morocco. France have beaten England 2-1 in a fast-paced game to set up a semi-final World Cup clash with Morocco, who sensationally beat Portugal in the other World Cup quarter-final of the day. Another minute, another cross, another chance for Giroud, and France’s leading goalscorer headed home to give France the lead, sending Les Bleus fans inside the stadium into ecstasy. In the end, the French press was too strong for the Three Lions to stomach, and France go on to play Morocco in the World Cup semi-final on Wednesday at Al Bayt Stadium. I can’t say any more, really — we gave it everything.” England manager Gareth Southgate ​said he did not think his side could have done any more and had given France a great game.

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Hindustan Times  

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The Telegraph  

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China Daily  

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China Daily  

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The Hindu  

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The Telegraph  

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Firstpost  

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1 year, 4 months ago

France end Morocco’s Women’s World Cup run to advance to quarter-finals

Al Jazeera  

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The Hindu  

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India TV News  

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ABP News  

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Kylian Mbappe Consoles Achraf Hakimi after France Thrash Morocco’s World Cup Dreams - News18

News 18  

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The Hindu  

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The Hindu  

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2 years ago

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Deccan Chronicle  

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News 18  

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2 years ago

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India Today  

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FIFA World Cup 2022 | France into final with 2-0 win as Morocco go down fighting
2 years ago

FIFA World Cup 2022 | France into final with 2-0 win as Morocco go down fighting

The Hindu  

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FRA 2-0 MAR, FIFA World Cup semifinal in pictures: France beats Morocco, will defend title against Argentina

The Hindu  

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France 2-0 Morocco highlights, FIFA World Cup semifinal: Kolo Muani, Hernandez goals power Les Bleus to final; FRA to defend title against Argentina
2 years ago

France 2-0 Morocco highlights, FIFA World Cup semifinal: Kolo Muani, Hernandez goals power Les Bleus to final; FRA to defend title against Argentina

The Hindu  

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France 2-0 Morocco - World Cup 2022: Les Bleus set up Argentina final with victory

Daily Mail  

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2 years ago

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The Hindu  

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France vs Morocco Live Streaming: How to Watch The FIFA World Cup 2022 Semi-final Match Coverage on TV And Online in India?
2 years ago

France vs Morocco Live Streaming: How to Watch The FIFA World Cup 2022 Semi-final Match Coverage on TV And Online in India?

News 18  

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2 years ago

Photos: France charge into final to end Morocco’s World Cup dream

Al Jazeera  

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France vs Morocco, FIFA Semis: Gear Up! It's time for defending champions vs team on history-making run
2 years ago

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India TV News  

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2 years ago

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Al Jazeera  

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2 years ago

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Al Jazeera  

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France defeats Morocco to reach World Cup Final, their chase to repeat continues
2 years ago

France defeats Morocco to reach World Cup Final, their chase to repeat continues

NPR  

France defeats Morocco to reach World Cup Final, their chase to repeat continues Enlarge this image toggle caption Dan Mullan/Getty Images Dan Mullan/Getty Images AL KHOR, Qatar — France is heading back to the World Cup Final and aiming to do something that hasn't been done in 60 years - repeat as World Cup champions. Morocco came into the match …

France defeats Morocco, will face Argentina in World Cup final
2 years ago

France defeats Morocco, will face Argentina in World Cup final

LA Times  

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France beat Morocco to reach final: Mbappe v Messi, Amrabat’s tackle and a rare fast start
2 years ago

France beat Morocco to reach final: Mbappe v Messi, Amrabat’s tackle and a rare fast start

New York Times  

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FIFA World Cup 2022 semifinal: How can Morocco challenge France for the final?
2 years ago

FIFA World Cup 2022 semifinal: How can Morocco challenge France for the final?

The Hindu  

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FIFA World Cup 2022 | France wary of Morocco threat, preparing for wall of noise in semi-final
2 years ago

FIFA World Cup 2022 | France wary of Morocco threat, preparing for wall of noise in semi-final

The Hindu  

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Morocco coach hopes to ‘upset’ France in World Cup semifinal
2 years ago

Morocco coach hopes to ‘upset’ France in World Cup semifinal

Al Jazeera  

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France - Road to semifinal in FIFA World Cup; Qatar 2022 recap
2 years ago

France - Road to semifinal in FIFA World Cup; Qatar 2022 recap

The Hindu  

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Same story, different World Cup: What cost England in Qatar
2 years ago

Same story, different World Cup: What cost England in Qatar

Hindustan Times  

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2 years ago

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Firstpost  

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2 years ago

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News 18  

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2 years ago

France advances to semifinals at World Cup, tops England 2-1

Associated Press  

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England vs France: Three Lions add to history of knockout pain
2 years ago

England vs France: Three Lions add to history of knockout pain

The Independent  

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FIFA World Cup 2022 England vs France Highlights: Les Blues Beat Three Lions; ENG 1-2 FRA
2 years ago

FIFA World Cup 2022 England vs France Highlights: Les Blues Beat Three Lions; ENG 1-2 FRA

News 18  

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Three Lions crash out of World Cup in crushing 1-2 defeat to France
2 years ago

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Daily Mail  

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England 1-2 France, FIFA World Cup Quarterfinal: Giroud header, Kane penalty miss keep French title defence alive - Qatar 2022 HIGHLIGHTS
2 years ago

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The Hindu  

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2 years ago

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Daily Mail  

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2 years ago

FIFA World Cup, England vs France Preview: Three tactical battles that could decide the quarter-final

Firstpost  

There will be several intriguing tactical battles across the pitch in England vs France, but three of those could be crucial in deciding the outcome of this game. Even before a ball had been kicked at the 2022 FIFA World Cup, many had tipped England and France to go deep into the tournament. So, if England can use their three …

Recap: Morocco vs Portugal – World Cup 2022
2 years ago

Recap: Morocco vs Portugal – World Cup 2022

Al Jazeera  

Morocco break new ground in becoming the first African and Arab country to ever reach the World Cup semi-finals. Morocco’s remarkable World Cup campaign has reached new heights after the Atlas Lions beat Portugal 1-0 to become the first Arab and African country to ever reach the tournament’s semi-finals stage. It marked one of the side’s better performances in Qatar, …

Photos: England going home, France moving on to face Morocco
2 years ago

Photos: England going home, France moving on to face Morocco

Al Jazeera  

Defending champions France have knocked England out of the World Cup in Qatar with a 2-1 victory at Al Bayt Stadium. France took the lead in the 17th minute when Aurelien Tchouameni’s thumping shot from outside the post beat English goalie Jordan Pickford. The match remained relatively even between the sides until early in the second half, when England forward …

FIFA World Cup 2022: Morocco Chasing History Against Free-scoring Portugal
2 years ago

FIFA World Cup 2022: Morocco Chasing History Against Free-scoring Portugal

News 18  

Morocco head into Saturday’s last-eight clash with Portugal knowing they are only one step away from making history as Africa’s first World Cup semi-finalists, but they face a buoyant opposition fresh from scoring six goals against Switzerland. “They love their country and what I can tell them is this — we can do nothing without them, I need them for …

England vs France: The key battle that could decide World Cup quarter-final
2 years ago

England vs France: The key battle that could decide World Cup quarter-final

The Independent  

Sign up to Miguel Delaney’s Reading the Game newsletter sent straight to your inbox for free Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Kyle Walker’s battle with Kylian Mbappe will be …

FIFA World Cup 2022 | England beat Senegal 3-0 to set up quarter-final clash with France
2 years ago

FIFA World Cup 2022 | England beat Senegal 3-0 to set up quarter-final clash with France

The Hindu  

Free-scoring England extended their unbeaten record against African teams with a 3-0 victory over Senegal on Sunday which included a first goal at this World Cup from captain Harry Kane as they set up a quarter-final clash with holders France. England had initially looked sluggish against Senegal's pacy forwards, in the two nations' first ever encounter, with a wonderful one-handed …

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