France v Morocco 2026 World Cup Quarter-final: TV channel, how to watch, kick-off time, live stream, referee, line-ups, predictions.
France's quest to become only the second European nation to contest three consecutive FIFA World Cup™ finals continues against the side they beat in the semi-finals at Qatar 2022. Morocco fell just short last time out but still created history by becoming the first African team to progress to that stage, a feat they will be keen to replicate at the FIFA World Cup 2026™.
When is the France vs Morocco Quarter-final match?
The France vs. Morocco World Cup Quarter-final match is a highly anticipated rematch of the 2022 World Cup semi-final, which will take place on Thursday, July 9, 2026
What time does the France vs Morocco quarter-final match kick-off?
USA: 4:00 PM ET
UK: 8:00 PM GMT
Switzerland and France: 10:00 pm CEST
Where is the France vs Morocco quarter-final match?
Boston Stadium (Gillette Stadium in Foxborough, Massachusetts)
France vs Morocco predicted starting lineups.
France national football team starting lineups
Maignan; Kounde, Upamecano, Saliba, Digne; Kone, Rabiot; Olise, Dembele, Barcola; Mbappe
Morocco national football team starting lineups
Bounou; Hakimi, Diop, Halhal, Mazraoui; Bouaddi, El Aynaoui; Diaz, Ounahi, El Khannouss; Rahimi
World Cup 2026 Quarter-Final: France vs Morocco Team News, Latest Updates
France: Continued their strong run with a 1-0 win over Paraguay in the Round of 16, thanks to a Kylian Mbappé penalty. The squad is in excellent shape with no major injuries reported. Mbappé is the focal point, supported by a deep bench including players like Griezmann, Koundé, Saliba, and Tchouaméni. Didier Deschamps has rotated effectively, keeping the team fresh for the knockout stages. France’s attacking depth and midfield control make them formidable.
Morocco: Delivered a commanding 3-0 victory over Canada in the Round of 16, becoming the first African nation to reach the quarter-finals twice. The Atlas Lions remain compact defensively and dangerous on transitions. Key figures include Hakim Ziyech, Sofiane Boufal (if fit), and a solid backline. They have shown remarkable resilience but will miss the suspended or injured players from earlier rounds if any linger. Morocco’s set-piece threat and high pressing could trouble France.
World Cup 2026 Quarter-Final: France vs Morocco Predictions
France remain overwhelming favorites according to latest analyses, with their squad depth, attacking variety (Mbappé in particular), and tournament experience giving them a clear edge.
Morocco’s organization and counter-attacking style make them dangerous, especially on set-pieces, but experts expect France to control the game and advance comfortably.
Some sources highlight Morocco’s ability to frustrate opponents, potentially forcing extra time, but France’s quality should prevail.
Score prediction: France 2-0 or 3-1 Morocco. (MORO may edge in Extra-time)
France vs Morocco Head to head records, last meetings, matches results
These sides have met just once before at the World Cup, in a clash that came in the most compelling of circumstances as they squared off in the semi-finals at the previous edition in Qatar.
Theo Hernandez put France ahead in just the fifth minute at Al Bayt Stadium, before Randal Kolo Muani made sure of a 2-0 triumph late on to steer Deschamps' side into their second final in a row.
France last 5 matches (most recent first):
France 1-0 Paraguay (Round of 16)
France 3-0 Sweden ( Round of 32)
France 4-1 Norway (group)
France 3-0 Iraq (group)
France 3-1 Senegal (group)
Morocco last 5 matches (most recent first):
Morocco 3-0 Canada (Round of 16)
Morocco 1-1 (4-3) Netherlands (Round of 32)
Morocco 4-2 Haiti (group)
Morocco 1-0 Scotland (group)
Morocco 1-1 Brazil (group)
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