SportFootballWorld Cup 2026Brahim Diaz was speaking to the media ahead of Morocco's World Cup 2026 quarter-final against France when the press conference was brought to a halt after two journalists began fightingBruna Reis Senior Sports Journalist and Amos Murphy11:20, 09 Jul 2026Brahim Diaz's pre-match press conference ahead of Morocco's clash with France was thrown into disarray after two journalists came to blows. The Real Madrid star was fielding questions before the AFCON finalists' quarter-final showdown against the 2018 World Cup champions when pandemonium erupted inside the press conference room.‌Morocco, who made it to the semi-finals at the last World Cup, have put in an impressive showing throughout the tournament in North America. Following an opening-day stalemate with Brazil, the Atlas Lions swept aside both Scotland and Haiti to comfortably book their place in the round of 32.‌In one of the standout matches of the round, Morocco and the Netherlands were unable to be separated until a penalty shootout, with the North Africans holding their nerve to advance. A commanding victory over co-hosts Canada in the round of 16 then saw Morocco stride into the last eight, where they now face pre-tournament favourites France.‌JOIN US ON FACEBOOK! Latest news, analysis and much more on Mirror Football's Facebook pageDiaz was presented to the media on Tuesday afternoon, but midway through a question regarding the squad's mentality, proceedings came to a sudden halt.A visibly startled Diaz glanced into the crowd as one journalist could be heard screeching: "But why did you hit me? But why did you hit me? You can't hit me."‌A member of staff on the stage, believed to be the press officer, attempted to restore order, calling out: "Hey, hey, gentlemen, please, gentlemen."Content cannot be displayed without consentYet the altercation pressed on, with the journalist continuing to insist he had been struck by the other reporter involved.‌By this stage, a visibly taken aback Diaz was finding it increasingly difficult to maintain his composure, with the former Manchester City star barely able to suppress his smirks and stifled laughter.The press officer then said: "Apologies, Brahim - go ahead, thank you."The Real Madrid star added: "I forgot the question!"‌Join our new WhatsApp community and receive your daily dose of Mirror Football content. We also treat our community members to special offers, promotions, and adverts from us and our partners.If you don't like our community, you can check out any time you like. If you're curious, you can read our Privacy Notice.Article continues belowChoose Daily Mirror as a 'Preferred Source' on Google News for quick access to the news you value.‌World Cup 2026Morocco football teamFrance football teamFIFA World Cup