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France vs. Morocco World Cup 2026 Quarterfinal: Kickoff Time, Live Stream and TV Info

The stage is set for a thrilling rematch between France and Morocco, two teams familiar with the pressures of late-stage tournament football. This match follows their intense semifinal clash in 2022.

France secured their quarterfinal spot with a narrow 1-0 win over Paraguay, thanks to a penalty from Kylian Mbappé. His seven goals and two assists keep him a strong contender for the Golden Boot, competing with legends like Lionel Messi and Erling Haaland.

Morocco advanced impressively by overpowering Canada with a strong second half. Key performances included a brace from Azzedine Ounahi and a late goal by Soufiane Rahimi.

Both teams boast star power: France counters with players like Ousmane Dembélé and Michael Olise, while Morocco relies on Achraf Hakimi, Brahim Díaz, Youssef En-Nesyri, and Noussair Mazraoui.

When Does France vs. Morocco Kick Off?

The match will begin on Thursday, July 9, at 4 p.m. Eastern Time, held at Gillette Stadium in Foxborough, Massachusetts. Below is the kickoff time across US time zones:

Where to Watch France vs. Morocco

The game will air on FOX in the United States. Viewers can also stream the match live through platforms like fubo, Fox One, or the Fox Sports app and website.

Fubo offers a free trial for new subscribers, allowing fans to watch ESPN, ABC, CBS, FOX, and over 100 other channels without cable (participating plans only; taxes and fees may apply).

World Cup Matches on July 9 and 10

  • July 9: France vs. Morocco at 4 p.m. ET
  • July 10: Spain vs. Belgium at 3 p.m. ET

About the 2026 FIFA World Cup

The upcoming World Cup runs from June 11 to July 19, 2026. It marks the first tournament hosted by three countries: the United States, Canada, and Mexico.

Games will take place across 16 cities, including Atlanta, Boston, Dallas, Houston, Kansas City, Los Angeles, Miami, New York/New Jersey, Philadelphia, San Francisco, Seattle, Toronto, Vancouver, Guadalajara, Mexico City, and Monterrey.

The event expands to include 48 teams, up from 32, increasing the number of matches to 104 total, covering group stages through the final.

Streaming options vary by language and platform. In the U.S., English broadcasts appear on FOX and FS1, accessible via fubo. Spanish broadcasts are available on Telemundo and Universo, with streaming on Peacock and DIRECTV.

The final is set for Sunday, July 19, 2026, at MetLife Stadium, officially called New York-New Jersey Stadium for the event.

Match Times Vary Across Venues

With games hosted in different time zones, viewers should consult official schedules to confirm local kickoff times.