Mbappe Powers France Past Morocco Into World Cup Semis, Cementing His Legacy
Premium Times—Kylian Mbappe powered France past Morocco in a quarterfinal that multiple outlets described as a showcase of an 'unstoppable' force, extending the team's dominant tournament run. The victory placed Mbappe on a trajectory toward becoming one of the all-time great World Cup performers, with the striker breaking records along the way. African media mourned the end of Morocco's historic run, which had inspired millions across the continent. Analysts noted Mbappe is transforming France into the tournament's most feared team at a generational pace.