Morocco Are Better Than 2022 Team, Says Mateta | AD1S

France players Jean-Philippe Mateta, Dayot Upamecano, and Robin Risser have praised Morocco ahead of their FIFA World Cup 2026 quarter-final, calling the Atlas Lions a much stronger team than the one they faced in the 2022 World Cup. Speaking before Thursday's blockbuster clash, Mateta said Morocco have improved significantly and deserve their place among the world's best teams. Upamecano and Risser also highlighted Morocco's tactical quality, attacking strength, and confidence, while reaffirming France's support for captain Kylian Mbappé following the racist abuse directed at him after the Paraguay match. Stay with News Central for the latest FIFA World Cup 2026 coverage, France vs Morocco updates, Mbappé news, match analysis, and exclusive football content. France vs Morocco, Morocco World Cup, Jean Philippe Mateta, Dayot Upamecano, Robin Risser, Kylian Mbappe, France football, Morocco football, FIFA World Cup 2026, World Cup quarter-final, Atlas Lions, football news, France team news, Mbappe racism, Didier Deschamps, World Cup highlights, News Central #France #Morocco #FIFAWorldCup #WorldCup2026 #Mbappe #AtlasLions #FranceVsMorocco #Football #QuarterFinal #NewsCentral --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- The world moves fast. We help you make sense of it. Welcome to News Central — your trusted source for breaking international news, in-depth analysis, and the stories shaping our world. We deliver accurate, timely, and unbiased coverage of global events, helping you understand not just what's happening, but why it matters. From geopolitical developments and international diplomacy to business, technology, climate, and human stories, News Central brings the world's biggest headlines into clear perspective. What you'll find on News Central: 🌍 Breaking international news and live updates 📰 Global politics and geopolitical analysis 📈 Business, economy, and financial developments 🤝 International diplomacy and world affairs 💡 Technology, science, and innovation 🌱 Climate, environment, and sustainability 🎥 Press conferences, speeches, interviews, and special reports 👥 Human stories from around the world Our mission is to deliver journalism that is factual, balanced, and accessible—empowering audiences with the context they need to understand an ever-changing world. Subscribe to News Central and stay informed with reliable global journalism, every day. Global perspective. Trusted reporting. Stories that matter.