Teenager dies during France World Cup celebrations after victory over Morocco

A 17-year-old girl has died after falling from a truck during celebrations following France’s 2-0 victory over Morocco in the quarter-finals of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, emergency services have confirmed.

The fatal accident occurred as thousands of supporters celebrated France’s progress to the semi-finals after defeating the Atlas Lions, with festivities taking place across the country.

Celebration ends in tragedy

According to emergency services, the teenager was travelling on a truck near the northern French city of Maubeuge when she fell from the vehicle and was run over.

She was pronounced dead at the scene.

Authorities said the truck driver was taken into custody as part of the investigation into the incident.

Another teenager who witnessed the accident was transported to hospital after suffering shock.

Nationwide celebrations after France victory

France secured their place in the World Cup semi-finals with a 2-0 win over Morocco, ending the Atlas Lions’ impressive campaign as Africa’s last remaining representatives at the tournament.

The result prompted widespread celebrations across France, with hundreds of supporters gathering in the streets of Paris and other cities.

Large numbers of police officers were deployed to monitor the celebrations and maintain public order as fans marked France’s latest success on the world stage.

The circumstances surrounding the fatal accident remain under investigation.