
Mbappe sets two World Cup records as France reaches semifinals. The star forward's eighth goal of the tournament sealed a 2-0 win over Morocco.
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Kylian Mbappe set two World Cup records in France's 2-0 win over Morocco on Wednesday. He became the youngest player to reach 20 World Cup appearances and the fastest to score 20 goals in the tournament. Mbappe's eighth goal of the current World Cup sealed the victory, ending Morocco's surprise run through the knockout stage.
France advanced to the semifinals for a second consecutive tournament. The team will face the winner of Spain versus Belgium.
FIFAcom announced the records via Twitter. The match was played at Al Bayt Stadium in Al Khor.
France, the defending champion, has now won five straight World Cup knockout matches. Morocco's run was the deepest by any African team in tournament history.
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