France and Morocco Face Off Again in 2026 World Cup Quarterfinals
The quarterfinal stage of the 2026 World Cup kicks off Thursday with a highly anticipated rematch between France and Morocco. These two teams last met during the 2022 semifinals, where France came out on top with a 2-0 victory, eventually advancing to the final against Argentina.
Match Details
- Date: Thursday, July 9
- Time: 4 p.m. ET
- Location: Foxborough, Massachusetts
- Broadcast: Fox
- Odds: France -390, Morocco +290
France's Road So Far
Les Bleus have sailed through this tournament without dropping a match. They won all three group stage games and secured victories in both knockout rounds. Their goal is to reach a third consecutive semifinal appearance, a feat only two other teams have managed before.
Kylian Mbappé remains a key figure, tied for second place in the Golden Boot race with seven goals. Meanwhile, Michael Olise has been instrumental in creating opportunities, racking up nine passes that broke through defensive lines.
Though Aurélien Tchouaméni missed the Round of 16 game versus Paraguay due to a groin injury, he has since returned to training. On Morocco’s side, Ismael Saibari is uncertain after leaving the last match against Canada with a thigh issue.
Morocco's Challenge
Morocco will need their standout players firing on all cylinders to overcome France. Brahim Díaz has been impressive, contributing to 10 goals since January’s Africa Cup of Nations. Achraf Hakimi has also been a creative force, generating 15 chances throughout the tournament.
This matchup promises intensity as Morocco looks to rewrite history and France aims to maintain its dominance.
