France advanced to the FIFA World Cup quarter-finals with a commanding 2–0 victory over Morocco in their knockout clash, despite ceding possession to their North African opponents. Playing in a 4–2–3–1 formation, France capitalised on their superior efficiency, generating 3.69 xG from 22 shots and converting twice through Ousmane Dembélé and Kylian Mbappé. Morocco controlled 52% possession and fashioned eight shots on target, but their 0.14 xG betrayed their inability to create genuine scoring opportunities; their goalkeeper made 75% of his saves, yet still conceded 2.88 xG. France's goalkeeper faced just one effort on target and recorded a perfect save percentage, reflecting the visitors' toothless attacking play. The match exemplified clinical finishing overcoming territorial dominance, with France's 4–2–3–1 setup providing defensive solidity while their attacking players punished Morocco's limited creative output. France's ruthless conversion rate proved decisive in the knockout stage.