Morocco defender Diop prepares to face France and Mbappé after choosing his national team

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Morocco defender Issa Diop faces Kylian Mbappé in a World Cup quarter-final after previously prioritizing France. Diop, born in France with Senegalese and Moroccan heritage, initially rejected African suitors to represent France. He later committed to Morocco, proving vital after their captain's departure and another defender's injury. His stoppage-time equalizer against the Netherlands secured Morocco's progression. Diop now focuses on his defensive role against France in Thursday's match in Boston.


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