France vs Morocco World Cup bet builder tips and odds
For the France Morocco World Cup quarter-final on Thursday, July 9, tipsters highlight a 5-1 Bet Builder at Paddy Power: half-time draw, France to win the corner count and Kylian Mbappé anytime scorer. France are 4-7 to win in 90 minutes despite Morocco's 34-match unbeaten run in normal time at Foxborough.
Key Takeaways
- Racing Post backs a 5-1 same-game multi: half-time draw, France most corners and Mbappé anytime goal.
- Match odds from Racing Post list France at 4-7, Morocco at 5-1 and the draw at 29-10.
- Sporting Life tips under 2.5 goals at 10/11, Lucas Digne 2+ fouls and Brahim Díaz 1+ assist.
- Reuters reports assistant coach Guy Stephan says Les Bleus are stronger after the physical Paraguay test.
- Kick-off is Thursday at Boston Stadium in Foxborough, with Morocco chasing back-to-back World Cup semi-finals.
What is the best France vs Morocco Bet Builder?
Racing Post's featured France Morocco World Cup Bet Builder pays 5-1 with Paddy Power. The three legs are a half-time draw, France to have most corners and Kylian Mbappé to score at any time.
The logic is cagey early football. Four of Morocco's five tournament games were level at the break, and France needed until the 70th minute to beat Paraguay. Les Bleus took 21 corners to their opponents' three across their first two knockout ties, while Mbappé has seven goals in five starts.
France needed just five minutes to lead in their 2-0 semi-final win over Morocco at Qatar 2022. That rematch frames Thursday's quarter-final, but tipsters expect Morocco to slow the tempo first.
Why are France favourites despite Morocco's unbeaten run?
Morocco have not lost in normal time across their last 34 internationals, yet bookmakers still make France clear favourites. Racing Post quotes 4-7 for a Les Bleus win inside 90 minutes, with Morocco at 5-1 and the draw at 29-10.
Sporting Life notes France average 2.8 goals per match at the tournament and have conceded just 0.4 per 90, the third-lowest rate in the competition. Mbappé shares the Golden Boot lead on seven goals, while Michael Olise tops the assist charts with five.
France are also 2-1 to lift the trophy, and a win books a semi-final against Spain or Belgium. For more offbeat tournament angles, see our Bizarre World coverage.
Which other bets and player props stand out?
Sporting Life's best bets lean defensive. Under 2.5 goals is advised at 10/11 with bet365, reflecting Morocco's compact shape and France's stingy back line.
Player markets target Morocco's right flank. Brahim Díaz has created chances that lead to shots 70% of the time, and 1+ assist is priced at 15/2 with Betfred, Coral and Ladbrokes. Lucas Digne to commit 2+ fouls at 5/4 with William Hill also appeals, though line-ups should be checked.
Racing Post separately flags a draw-France double result at 7-2 with Hills and Neil El Aynaoui for 2+ fouls at 4-6. Always compare prices before placing multis.
What does France's coaching staff say before kick-off?
According to Reuters, assistant coach Guy Stephan said France would be stronger for the physical Paraguay test and are preparing for a very different challenge against Morocco in Boston on Thursday.
Stephan called Morocco a well-organised side that is dangerous in transition and has scored plenty of goals. The French federation has also appealed Michael Olise's yellow card from the Paraguay tie.
Marcus Thuram was due back in training after a calf issue, but midfielder Aurélien Tchouaméni remained doubtful with an adductor problem. Morocco, meanwhile, are chasing a second straight World Cup semi-final.