The French national team’s 2-0 victory over Morocco in the World Cup quarter-finals unfolded without major incidents during the celebrations in Paris and the surrounding Île-de-France region. According to law enforcement sources, the atmosphere remained largely peaceful throughout the night, despite a handful of isolated disturbances.
Fans took to the streets in high spirits to mark the triumph, though some moments of recklessness did occur. A small number of individuals ignited smoke flares in the capital, while celebratory fireworks were reported in the suburbs. Officials confirmed that a total of ten arrests were made in connection with the festivities across Paris and its outskirts.
Ten arrests recorded across Paris and Île-de-France
- Three arrests were made in Paris for theft, including the snatching of mobile phones from unsuspecting supporters.
- Four arrests involved charges of assault with a weapon and participating in a group intent on committing violence, all recorded in the capital.
- Three additional arrests were linked to illegal fireworks discharges, specifically in the Seine-Saint-Denis department.
At this stage, it remains unclear whether any of these detainees have been formally placed in police custody.
Power outage disrupts viewing in central Paris
A technical failure at the Grand Rex cinema in Paris forced officials to cancel the broadcast of the match. Fans quickly relocated to nearby bars, where they watched the game before spilling onto the streets in celebration. Police intervened to restore order, guiding the crowd back onto the sidewalks without further incident.
Minor scuffle leaves one injured in central Paris
Around midnight in the 7th arrondissement, along the Quai Jacques Chirac, a brief altercation broke out among supporters. The clash resulted in one person sustaining a light stab wound to the hip. Emergency services transported the individual to hospital for treatment.
Security authorities had previously flagged this World Cup quarter-final as a high-risk event due to its elimination format and the late-night broadcast time (22:00 local time). Internal communications warned that public gatherings could escalate, with the potential for unauthorized pyrotechnics regardless of the match outcome.