Riot police deployed on Edgware Road after Morocco’s World Cup exit vs France

One police officer was reportedly injured during clashes with football fans in London following Morocco's defeat to France in their FIFA World Cup quarter-final in Boston.

One police officer was reportedly injured during clashes with football fans in London following Morocco's defeat to France in their FIFA World Cup quarter-final in Boston.

Officers and supporters clashed along Edgware Road in central London in chaos following France's 2-0 quarter-final victory over Morocco in Boston in the US.

Officers and supporters clashed along Edgware Road in central London in chaos following France's 2-0 quarter-final victory over Morocco in Boston in the US.

To view this video please enable JavaScript, and consider upgrading to a web browser that supports HTML5 video Up Next Previous Page Next Page A police officer was knocked unconscious after Morocco World Cup supporters rioted in London after they lost to France. Footage shows missiles being launched at police as hundreds of people gathered on Edgware Road. It came after France beat Morocco two-nil in the quarter-final match. Police were seen in riot gear trying to control the crowd, as objects were launched at them. This included fireworks which were let off in the direction of officers. One officer was knocked unconscious after a glass bottle thrown at him. He was taken to hospital and has since been released. Metropolitan Police spokesperson said: ‘One officer has been injured, and four people have been arrested following disorder in Edgware Road. Riot police were dispatched to Edgware Road after France beat Morocco 2-0 in the World Cup. An officers was taken to hospital with injuries (Picture: Tom Bowles) ‘Officers were initially called after a group of people congregated in the road and blocked traffic. The incident then escalated with the group throwing bottles and setting off fireworks. As a result, further officers were deployed to the area. ‘One officer was taken to hospital for head injuries, it is believed he had been hit by a glass bottle. No other injuries were reported. Officers remained in the area and made four arrests for violent disorder, with the group dispersing and the road re-opened from around 01:00hrs. ‘We will not tolerate such disorder on our streets, or attacks on our officers. A police presence will remain in the area overnight and we will be reviewing CCTV and video footage circulating on social media to ensure all those responsible are brought to justice.’ Get in touch with our news team by emailing us at webnews@metro.co.uk. For more stories like this, check our news page. Comment now Comments Add Metro as a Preferred Source on Google Add as preferred source

Four arrests after Edgware Road incidents, say policeTeenager dies in France while celebrating team’s winA police officer has been hurt and several people were arrested after disorder in London on Thursday night in the wake of France beating Morocco 2-0 in a World Cup quarter-final in Boston in the United States. Police and fans clashed on Edgware Road.Footage on social media appears to show flares being set off and missiles being thrown at officers in the middle of a London street. The Metropolitan police said four people were arrested for violent disorder and one officer had been taken to hospital with a head injury after being hit by a glass bottle. Continue reading...

The disturbances began when a crowd blocked traffic and set off fireworks after the World Cup quarter-final match.

Morocco's World Cup journey concluded with a loss to France, leading to significant fan disturbances in London. Riots erupted on Edgware Road, with police confronting crowds throwing projectiles. Paris experienced largely peaceful celebrations despite initial concerns about potential unrest. Earlier, Moroccan supporters clashed with police in The Hague after a Round-of-16 victory.

London witnessed scenes of unrest on Thursday night after Morocco's FIFA World Cup 2026 campaign came to an end with a 2-0 defeat against France in the quarter-finals. Large groups of Morocco supporters gathered on Edgware Road in northwest London, where celebrations and disappointment quickly escalated into clashes with riot police, forcing authorities to intervene to restore order. Videos circulating on social media showed riot officers equipped with helmets, shields and body armour confronting crowds as fireworks were launched and debris was thrown across the streets. Police are clearing Edgware Road from football fans but there is one police man injured on the ground not moving Bad scenes in london after Morocco lose to France in the World Cup pic.twitter.com/PNc2kk2tA5— Paul Brown Browns fan London News Vlogger (@PaulBrown_UK) July 9, 2026 The unrest followed France's victory over Morocco, secured through goals from Kylian Mbappe and Ousmane Dembele, which booked Les Bleus a place in the World Cup semi-finals while ending Morocco's impressive tournament run. It marked the second consecutive World Cup in which Morocco were knocked out by France after also losing to them in the 2022 edition. Authorities are continuing to assess the incidents in London, with investigations expected into the clashes and any injuries or property damage caused during the disorder. The focus now shifts back to the World Cup, where France will continue their title pursuit in the semi-finals.

Riot police clashed with large crowds on Edgware Road in northwest London after France eliminated Morocco from the 2026 FIFA World Cup quarterfinals.

Police in riot gear have been deployed to Edgware Road in northwest London after clashes broke out between fans and officers following Morocco's 2-0 World Cup quarter-final defeat to France

Emergency services are at the scene of a busy London street as World Cup defeat for Morocco leads to carnage with fireworks lit and police armed in riot gear