Morocco Isn't Playing as the Underdog Anymore

Morocco Isn't Playing as the Underdog Anymore

Morocco plays France in the World Cup quarterfinal on July 9. Two years ago, France beat Morocco in the semifinals—but Morocco was a long shot then. Now, after demolishing the Netherlands and Canada 3-0, Morocco looks like a real threat to win. Experts give France better odds to advance, yet Morocco's dominant recent wins have shifted how seriously the world takes their chances.

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