It's a clash very few would have predicted at the beginning of the 2022 Fifa World Cup in Qatar. But now that it is here, the world can't wait for France v Morocco in a mouth-watering semi-final showdown tonight.
Didier Deschamps's defending champions and title favourites face African history-makers Morocco in what is expected to be one of the most watched games of the finals.
After finishing top of a group that also included Croatia, Belgium and Canada, Morocco then beat Spain and Portugal to reach the semi-finals. That has led to a huge outpouring of support from across the Arab world and Africa.
France defeated England on Saturday to book their place in the last-four and are looking to become the first team in 60 years to retain the trophy. However, they have to first overcome fierce resistance from the surprise package of the tournament Morocco – the first African nation to reach this far.
After finishing top of a group that also included Croatia, Belgium and Canada, Morocco then beat Spain and Portugal to reach the semi-finals.
The African side's defense has been watertight, conceding only once – an own goal against Canada – in their five matches so far. That fighting mentality has won Morocco many fans.
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