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Mbappé’s Advice Inspired My Goal, Says Dembélé

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epa13076486 Kylian Mbappe of France (L) celebrates with his teammate Ousmane Dembele after scoring the 1-0 goal during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 32 match France against Sweden, in East Rutherford, New Jersey, USA, 30 June 2026. EPA/SHAWN THEW

France forward Ousmane Dembélé credited captain Kylian Mbappé for helping create the chance that led to his goal in their 2-0 FIFA World Cup quarter-final victory over Morocco.

Les Bleus booked their place in the FIFA World Cup semi-finals with a hard-fought 2-0 victory over Morocco in the quarter-finals.

Goals from Kylian Mbappé and Ousmane Dembélé at Gillette Stadium fired Didier Deschamps’ side into the FIFA World Cup semi-finals.

Dembélé hailed Les Bleus’ focus and determination after booking their place in the FIFA World Cup semi-finals.

“We’re very happy. We were really focused on this match.

“This is my third World Cup semi-final with the French team. It’s pure joy, pure pleasure.

“We’re going to stay focused on what’s coming next. Two or three minutes before my goal, Kylian [Mbappe] told me to stay central. He made a great run that opened up the path for me.

“I really wanted to get the shot on target and see it go in. I’m happy.”