(France 0:0 Morocco in the first half)

Pre-match report

[Reporter Nian Miaoyun/Comprehensive Report] French star Mbappe and Bounu, who has made great contributions to guarding the gate of Morocco, are the most watched focus stars in the battle between France and Morocco.

Mbappe has scored 5 goals this year, ranking first in the scoring list. The top four will face off against Bunu, who has not conceded a goal so far, forming a "contradiction".

The 23-year-old Mbappe is the firepower that France relies on and is also the most promising Golden Boot winner of the lottery. He currently ranks first with odds of 1.12.

However, the "Guardian" analyzed that Morocco, which has a strong defense, will definitely not allow Mbappe to attack easily. In addition, France has already expected that Mbappe will be heavily guarded, and will take advantage of the situation to let him attract defenders and create space for teammates. How much his influence can be exerted will be the key to whether France can reach the final.

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It is worth mentioning that Mbappe ran a speed of 35.3 kilometers per hour in the battle against Poland, making him the "fastest man" among the top four.

The only player who can match his speed is the Moroccan defender Hakimi. They are not only teammates of Paris Saint-Germain, but also have a close personal relationship. Mbappe also visited his hotel during the World Cup and took a group photo. A highlight.

The 31-year-old Bunu has made great contributions to Morocco's ability to break into the top four. He has started 4 games without conceding a goal. He is also the first African goalkeeper who has not scored in 3 games in a single session.

Bunu saved 2 goals in a row in the PK battle with Spain, and blocked 3 shots on goal against Portugal, and was selected as the best player in two consecutive games.

Now that the top 4 is facing France with strong firepower, Bunu, as the team's last line of defense, has to withstand the opponent's offensive in order to continue the miracle in North Africa.

France starting lineup: (Formation 4-2-3-1)

Goalkeeper: Hugo Lloris

Defenders: Raphaël Varane, Jules Kounde, Ibrahima Konate, Theo Hernandez

Midfielders: Antoine Griezmann, Aurelien Tchouameni, Kylian Mbappe, Ousmane Dembele, Youssouf Fofana

Forward: Olivier Giroud

Morocco starting list: (Formation 5-4-1)

Goalkeeper: Yassine Bounou

Defenders: Achraf Hakimi, Noussair Mazraoui, Nayef Aguerd


, Romain Saiss, Jawad El Yamiq


Midfielders: Sofyan Amrabat, Azzedine Ounahi, Hakim Ziyech, Sofiane Boufal

Forward: Youssef En-Nesyri

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