French police are bracing for chaos as France take on Morocco in a World Cup quarter-final that security chiefs fear could spill into violence on the streets.A confidential intelligence report warns the knockout clash carries a heightened risk of public disorder, with officials particularly concerned that a shock Moroccan victory could trigger celebrations that descend into clashes with cops.Security forces are expected to be deployed across France for the 10pm kick-off, with authorities anticipating crowds gathering in city centres regardless of the result.The report warns fireworks and other pyrotechnics are likely to be used despite the late hour.The document, seen by Le Parisien, reportedly describes a Moroccan victory as the most sensitive scenario because of the symbolic significance of reaching the semi-finals and the likelihood supporters would celebrate in public spaces. The warning comes after previous major football matches sparked unrest across France, with more than 280 people arrested in Paris following PSG's Champions League final victory over Arsenal on May 30.France has urged football fans to celebrate responsibly as the national team prepares to face African champions Morocco in the last-eight clash.Morocco won independence from France in 1956 and has a mostly settled relationship with the former colonial power, which is home to hundreds of thousands of Moroccans or French citizens of Moroccan descent. French police are bracing for chaos as France take on Morocco in a World Cup quarter-final security chiefs fear could spill into violence on the streets. Pictured: Moroccan fans celebrate in Champs Elysees after Moroccan football team beat Portugal in 2022 Celebrations were mostly peaceful when France beat Morocco in the 2022 World Cup semi-final. But Sports Minister Marina Ferrari appealed for calm ahead of Thursday's match, telling France Info: 'I appeal to everyone's sense of responsibility. It has to remain a celebration'. Pictured: Moroccan fans celebrate in Champs Elysees after Moroccan football team beat Portugal in 2022 Police form a line on either side of a water cannon vehicle in Brussels after France won the World Cup semi-final football match between Morocco and France on Wednesday, December 14, 2022Several members of Morocco's national team this year were born in France and play for French clubs.Team captain Achraf Hakimi was born in Spain but plays for Paris Saint-Germain.Celebrations were mostly peaceful when France beat Morocco in the 2022 World Cup semi-final.But Sports Minister Marina Ferrari appealed for calm ahead of Thursday's match, telling France Info: 'I appeal to everyone's sense of responsibility. It has to remain a celebration.'Interior Minister Laurent Nunez has also warned that 'no misconduct would be tolerated.'According to the intelligence memo, the quarter-final presents an increased security risk because it is a knockout fixture with a place in the semi-finals at stake.Officials believe supporters are likely to gather in public squares and busy streets regardless of the result, with the use of fireworks and other pyrotechnic devices expected despite the late kick-off.While the report says this year's tournament has not yet produced major nationwide public order problems, it notes that France's and Morocco's victories on July 5 led to celebrations that turned violent in several cities.Twelve officers suffered minor injuries during the incidents, according to the report.It says some of the violence was marked by fireworks being fired directly at police officers.In Annemasse, a supporter was also seriously injured after a pyrotechnic device exploded in his hand, reportedly tearing off several fingers. The intelligence report also points to previous tournaments, noting that Morocco's matches during the 2022 World Cup were followed by public order incidents in several French cities.It adds that celebrations during the Africa Cup of Nations between December 2025 and January 2026 were also marred by confrontations with police and the near-systematic use of fireworks.Cities including Mulhouse, Longwy, Les Mureaux, Argenteuil, Creil, Lille, Nantes, Nice, Nîmes, Avignon, Toulouse, Montpellier, Lyon and Oyonnax were all cited as having experienced disturbances linked to the tournament.Officials are also monitoring social media after France and Morocco secured their places in the quarter-finals.According to the report, numerous posts have predicted chaos across France, with some referencing disturbances that followed Morocco's victory over Canada on July 5.The memo also refers to videos circulating online which allegedly show Moroccan flags being burned or torn down in Aubervilliers.It says conspiracy theories have also spread online, including false claims that Algerians plan to pose as Moroccan supporters in an effort to tarnish Morocco's image.Despite the warnings, Interior Ministry officials insisted the risks had been anticipated and said a reinforced security operation would be in place throughout Thursday night.Police have been instructed to allow supporters to celebrate while preventing urban violence, vandalism and attacks on officers, with a national monitoring centre operating under heightened vigilance.In a separate directive sent to regional prefects, Mr Nunez ordered local authorities to take all necessary measures to prevent, contain and suppress any disorder linked to World Cup matches.He called for an 'immediate, firm and proportionate response' to any incidents and highlighted concerns over alcohol consumption, blocked roads and crime linked to post-match celebrations.The directive also said local authorities could impose restrictions on the sale, possession and transport of fireworks, firecrackers and flammable liquids if considered necessary.