Soccer-Fear factor to the fore as France march into semi-finals
France defeated Morocco in the World Cup quarter-finals with a dominant performance, ending Morocco's defensive-focused run. France's superior pace and tactical control proved too much for the Moroccan side.
Why it matters
The match highlights the tactical evolution of top-tier international football and the high expectations placed on tournament favorites like France.
FOXBOROUGH, MA, July 9 (Reuters) - France have inspired such awe since the start of the World Cup that even Morocco, an attacking side brimming with talent and confidence, appeared beaten before their quarter-final had begun on Thursday.
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