Brahim Diaz addresses his relationship with Mbappé and exchanges messages before the game between France vs Morocco By Thiago Lemos
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On Tuesday, July 8, 2026, the world of football turns its eyes to one of the most anticipated clashes in the quarter-finals of the World Cup: France versus Morocco. The match promises to attract a huge audience, pitting two high-caliber teams face to face in an exciting confrontation.
Amid preparation for the duel, Real Madrid midfielder Brahim Diaz spoke about his connection with Kylian Mbappé, his teammate at the Spanish club. The two athletes, known for their strong friendship off the field, maintain an excellent relationship in the Merengue locker room.
Given the imminence of the clash between their teams, Brahim Diaz revealed that he had had brief contact with Kylian Mbappé through messages before the match that will be played this Thursday, July 9th. The conversation addressed expectations for the game.
Brahim Diaz’s statement on the temporary rivalry
Asked about the content of the conversation with the French striker, Diaz was direct. “We wish each other luck. As I said before: we said that the most important thing is tomorrow. We all want to win, and that’s what we talked about. Yes, we are teammates, but tomorrow we will be rivals”, declared the player. This dynamic between club friends who become opponents on the field is one of the highlights of international tournaments.
The talented Moroccan athlete is considered one of his team’s great hopes for the duel against the powerful France. He shares this responsibility with Achraf Hakimi, another crucial player and one of Morocco’s highlights in this edition of the World Cup.
Current scenario for the World Cup quarter-finals
The 2026 World Cup approaches its final stages, with the competition entering a crucial stage of tapering. The quarter-final knockout stage will kick off this Thursday, July 9, promising even more intense clashes.
Unfortunately for Brazilian fans, the team failed to advance in the dispute, being eliminated by Norway, led by Erling Haaland. The early exit from the search for a sixth championship generated great frustration among fans in Brazil.
