After the controversial Argentina-Egypt game, Morocco’s quarterfinal game against France also couldn’t escape controversy. While France dominated the entire game, winning 2-0, the post-match remarks by Moroccan coach Mohamed Ouahbi sparked a new controversy. This time, it’s again around Kylian Mbappé.
He scored the first goal for France, but as per Ouahbi, there was a handball before the goal. Moroccan coach stayed skeptical whether Mbappe’s goal should be allowed or not.
“Some players stopped because there was a handball in France’s goal! And there was definitely a handball! I don’t know why they didn’t disallow Mbappé’s goal,” Ouahbi questioned after the game.
The drama unfolded in the 60th minute when French midfielder Adrien Rabiot appeared to use his hand to win the ball in central midfield. Seconds later, Désiré Doué threaded a pass to Kylian Mbappé, who scored a brilliant curling opener to break the 0-0 deadlock..Click to Continue/Video>>