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France vs Morocco Quarter-Final KICKS OFF IN HOURS - 2022 Revenge Match That Could Rewrite African Football History. Today at 4 PM ET at Gillette Stadium, Foxborough, marks the rematch Morocco has waited four years to play! France enters the match as the undisputed king of the tournament-having won all five games, scoring 14 goals and conceding just two throughout.

Kylian Mbappe is currently leading the Golden Boot race with seven goals from five matches, backed up by Olise’s five assists and Dembele’s four goals.

This attacking trident is absolutely in sync, making them arguably the most dangerous front line left in this competition. However, to truly understand today's clash, we must consider the historical context. France triumphed over Morocco 2-0 in the 2022 Qatar semi-finals, ending Morocco's remarkable journey as the first African nation ever to reach this stage. For four years, this result has been a driving force, fueling Morocco's ambition as they have now become the first African team to reach back-to-back World Cup quarter-finals with a specific mission: revenge.

Under Regragui, Morocco's identity lies in its exceptional defensive structure and explosive transition play.

In this tournament, 67% of their goals have come from counter-attacks, a higher ratio than any other remaining team. Right wing-back Achraf Hakimi is a key figure, averaging 2.63 shots and 15.7 box touches per 90, functioning almost like a winger and serving as Morocco’s principal threat in transition, which will undoubtedly test France's left flank. The temperature conditions in Massachusetts also play a significant role.

With temperatures around 90F and a RealFeel of nearly 99F at kickoff, Morocco’s deep, compact block that absorbs pressure and strikes on the counter will benefit greatly compared to France's high-tempo possession style. Norway's 4-1 victory over France in the group stage, where Deschamps heavily rotated, is surely being analyzed by Morocco. Based on the numbers-France's 9.79 xG compared to Morocco's 6.40 throughout the tournament, supporting the clear market consensus-France are favorites at -175 to win in 90 minutes, with a draw at +290 and Morocco at +550 to advance.

The smart money in the prediction market is on Under 2.5 goals, as Morocco is expected to make this a tight, physical, and tactical encounter.

France proved they can grind out results in their 1-0 win over Paraguay, while Morocco's 3-0 dismantling of Canada demonstrated their devastating counter-attacking capability when space is provided. The first goal today could be decisive. My prediction: France 2-0. Mbappe scores to increase his Golden Boot lead and send France to their third consecutive World Cup semi-final.

Despite the result, Morocco will push France harder than any team has yet in this tournament, leaving Foxborough with their heads held high as proud two-time World Cup quarter-finalists.

The 2022 script repeats, and the Moroccan fans deserve immense credit for once again taking their team this far. Does Mbappe add to his tally and seal France's passage to the semi-finals in a repeat of the 2022 Revenge Match, or will Morocco etch their name in history by reaching back-to-back World Cup semi-finals, a feat unprecedented in African football?

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