Public unrest began in parts of London late Thursday night after Morocco’s exit from the 2026 FIFA World Cup at the hands of France. The African country was eliminated in a quarterfinal match, with France taking the win 2-0.
Disorder in the Streets
Images and videos from Edgware Road in northwest London showed police clashing with large crowds as smoke billowed through the streets and debris littered the roadway. Riot police, equipped with shields and body armor, were seen trying to contain the crowds as they clashed with people launching fireworks and throwing debris.
Fans were seen waving Moroccan flags in the middle of the streets, which held up traffic. Some were even spotted jumping on top of vehicles trying to get through the area.
Similar scenes unfolded after Egypt’s World Cup exit, when Argentina rallied for a controversial 3-2 victory that featured several disputed officiating decisions.
Paris, on the other hand, looked more like a city celebrating than one on the brink of a riot. Supporters of both France and Morocco flooded the streets, slowing traffic in several parts of the city.
France’s Kylian Mbappé scored his eighth goal of this World Cup, which ties him for the most with Argentina’s Lionel Messi. Ousmane Dembélé also scored in the second half for France in the 2-0 win over Morocco.
Original reporting: Fox News (HLL/CB) — read the source article.
