World Cup 2022 France vs. Morocco start time, odds, lines: Expert picks, FIFA predictions, best bets

The first African nation to reach the World Cup Semifinals will face a team on the verge of returning to the final after winning it all just four years ago. This semifinal game is for the ages, and Morocco against France will be a match that will make the world stop and watch. 

Morocco has a real chance to make more history for Africa, even after already achieving unprecedented results in this tournament. Having already beaten Spain and Portugal, advancing past France is within reach. Morocco will have almost all of Qatar rooting for them like they are the home team.

These teams are popular among neutral soccer fans, and this game will come down to who wants it more and has the legs to keep up the moment’s intensity.

France vs. Morocco Analysis

This matchup is the sixth time these two teams face off in the World Cup. France hasn’t lost any of these matchups, and Morocco will be looking to reverse the trend. Morocco has the talent, as players like Hakim Ziyech and Achraf Hakimi can keep up with the European juggernauts. This talent was on display when eliminating Portugal.

The opposition has yet to score on Morocco. The only score the team conceded was on their own goal, as Morocco has had the most vigorous defense in the 2022 World Cup.

Morocco changed their manager three months before the World Cup, making the team more cohesive. Usually, a new manager months before a tournament is a bad omen, but not for Morocco. They’re the underdog team at this point of the tournament, but they should not be counted out. Morocco thrives on this status, catching many teams by surprise.

This French team has been battered with injuries since the start of the World Cup. Most notably, they are without the Golden Ball winner of 2021, Karim Benzema, and other players from their 2018 World Cup-winning team. However, that hasn’t fazed this new-look France team led by the familiar faces of Kylian Mbappé and Olivier Giroud, who seem to get stronger as the games go by. France had new faces step up in the last match versus England.

Morocco also has late reinforcements that should help them in this matchup versus France. Amine Harit was injured one week before the World Cup but will be available for the first time.

France vs. Morocco Prediction

Look for France to get on the scoresheet early with tons of pressure and shots on goal. Morocco will look to keep the formula that has helped them reach the semifinals.

France should go ahead early and take its foot off the gas pedal. France should win this match in 90 minutes, as the talent on the French side will be too much for Morocco to handle. Les Blues will likely make another trip to the World Cup Final.

Prediction: France 3 – Morocco 0

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Game Details

Who: France vs. Morocco (2022 World Cup)

When: Wednesday, Dec. 14, 2022 

Time: 2:00 p.m. ET

Where: Al Bayt Stadium (Al Khor, Qatar)

Betting Odds Summary

Match Result: France (-185), Tie (+275), Morocco (+600)
Both Teams to Score: Yes (+130), No (-185)
Total: Over/Under 2.5 Goals in Regular Time (+115/-165)

Player Props: Anytime Goal Scorer

Kylian Mbappe: +130

Oliver Giroud: +150

Hakim Ziyech: +550

Achraf Hakimi: +1100

Raphael Varane: +1600

Note: Odds are current from BetMGM Sportsbook at the time of writing and are subject to change.

Player Prop Bets: England vs. Morocco

French star Kylian Mbappé could again see the scoresheet in this game. The French international has been having the tournament of a lifetime, and he could win every player award. Mbappé scoring a goal (+130) versus Morocco is a viable prop bet.

The all-time French scoring leader, Olivier Giroud, had many chances versus England in the last round and will continue to get shots. Giroud had difficulty scoring in the previous World Cup, but that isn’t the same story here. Watch for Giroud to connect on a beautiful cross from his teammates. Giroud (+150) is a reasonable bet. 

Hakim Ziyech (+550) and Achraf Hakimi (+1100) are Morocco’s best talents but will be longshot bets to score. Hakimi plays for PSG alongside Mbappé, so if anyone knows their mark, it will be Hakimi. He will understand Mbappé’s weaknesses. It won’t be easy for Morocco to score, but look for their superstars to show up when needed. 

France should get a bunch of corners as they will be trying to break down this Morocco defense. Keep an eye out for Raphael Varane to get his head on one of the corners. Varane (+1600) is a playable longshot bet. 

Best Bets: France vs. Morocco

Match Result: France (-185), Tie (+275), Morocco (+600)

This is the most common way to bet on the World Cup. This game should end with a winner in 90 minutes, a typical result for the dominant French team. Take France on the moneyline (-185), as the country will be looking to book another trip to the final.

Both Teams to Score: Yes (+130), No (-185)

Both teams could find the back of the net as it is a knockout stage, but Morocco barely did so versus Portugal. France did not let England score until it was a penalty, proving that Les Blues are defensively sound. Bet on “No” (-185) for this game.

Total: Over/Under 2.5 Goals in Regular Time (+120/-165)

The Over (+120) is probably the bet to play here, as France likes to use tactics to speed up the match. The French side will pressure the beginning of the game with shots on goal, and both teams will be looking to score more once the first one goes in. Both teams would want to avoid taking this match to extra time to be fresh for the final. This mindset is going to make both teams more aggressive

World Cup 2022 France vs. Morocco start time, odds, lines: Expert picks, FIFA predictions, best bets

France vs. Morocco spread: France -0.5 (-175)

France vs. Morocco over/under: 2.5 goals.

France vs. Morocco money line: France -190; Morocco +575; Draw +285.

FRA: Kylian Mbappe shares the tournament lead in goals with five.

What are the odds of Morocco beating France?

France are the -180 favorites (risk $180 to win $100) on the 90-minute money line in the latest France vs. Morocco odds from Caesars Sportsbook, with Morocco +575 underdogs

Who is the favorite to win the World Cup 2022?

Argentina is the new betting favorite after ousting Croatia in the semifinals on Tuesday. The Albicelestes odds to win it all dipped to -125 at FOX Bet (bet $10 to win $18 total) after being at +140 entering the semifinals

Who will qualify for World Cup 2022 odds?

FIFA World Cup Betting Trends

The FIFA World Cup odds 2022 list Brazil as the top favorites at +350, followed by Argentina at +550.

Can I bet on the World Cup 2022?

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Who is favored Morocco or France?

France

France are the -190 favorite (risk $190 to win $100) in the latest France vs. Morocco odds from Caesars Sportsbook, with Morocco the +575 underdog