Riot police were deployed to Edgware Road in northwest London following Morocco's 2-0 World Cup quarter-final defeat to France on July 9, 2026. Footage on social media shows large crowds, clashes with police, and fireworks set off during the game.
Chaos on Edgware Road
Morocco lost to tournament favourites France, sparking unrest. Crowds gathered on Edgware Road during and after the match, with emergency services rushing to the scene. Videos from half-time show fans setting off fireworks and flares while standing on bannisters waving flags. Swarms of people ran through the street as explosives were lit, causing major traffic delays as cars came to a standstill.
Police response and injuries
Metropolitan Police officers in riot gear with shields were deployed to disperse the crowds. In one clip, an officer is seen on the ground as other emergency workers attend to them. It has been reported that the officer suffered injuries and some arrests were made. MyLondon has contacted the Metropolitan Police for further comment.
