FIFA World Cup: France beat Morocco 2-0, to face Argentina in final

The dream run of the African team in Qatar came to an end when France defeated Morocco 2-0 in the World Cup semifinals.

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An early goal from Theo Hernandez and a late tap in from substitute Randal Kolo Muani earned France a win.

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Argentina, who defeated Croatia on Tuesday with a score of 3-0, will now play Didier Deschamps' team.

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In the first half, Olivier Giroud attempted a point-blank shot but hit the post instead.

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The country's president Emmanuel Macron said he was "immensely proud" of France after travelling to Qatar.

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