Ousmane Dembélé scored his first goal in a World Cup knockout stage match during the 2026 FIFA World Cup quarterfinal against Morocco on July 10, 2026. The match took place at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey.
Dembélé, a forward for Paris Saint-Germain and the French national team, found the net in the 34th minute, giving France a 1-0 lead. The goal was assisted by Kylian Mbappé, who delivered a cross from the left flank.
This marked a significant milestone for Dembélé, who had previously scored in the group stage of the 2018 World Cup but had not netted in the knockout rounds until this match. France went on to win the quarterfinal 2-1, advancing to the semifinals.
As of July 10, 2026, Dembélé has 5 goals in 55 appearances for the French national team. The 2026 World Cup is being co-hosted by the United States, Canada, and Mexico.
