France
Morocco
When is the match? Kickoff time and venue
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France vs Morocco kicks off on July 9, 2026 at 23:00. The match will be played at Gillette Stadium (Foxborough) in the Quarter-final.
Mbappé missed a first-half penalty but scored in the 60th minute; Dembélé doubled the lead in the 66th. Mbappé was taken off late on with ankle pain.
Post-Match Reactions
“We're only in the semi-finals. We mustn't think we've already reached the top. There's still another difficult step because it's the World Cup. We're on a mission.”Source: Morocco World News
“We will continue, we will not stop here. We are very disappointed. We wanted more but we have to accept it.”Source: beIN SPORTS
Match Analysis
The quarter-final match between France and Morocco is set to be one of the thrilling moments of the 2026 World Cup. With a strong performance in the tournament, France, under Didier Deschamps, is in the spotlight. The Gillette Stadium in Foxborough, known for its capacity and atmosphere, will host this significant encounter. France, having breezed past Senegal and Iraq in the group stage, now faces a new challenge.
Morocco, aiming to continue its past successes, takes the stage in the United States. After reaching the semi-finals in Qatar 2022, Atlas Lions made history and now aim to build on this legacy. Finishing second in a group featuring Brazil, Scotland, and Haiti, Morocco secured its spot in the quarter-finals. This match is crucial for showcasing African football's place on the world stage. Fans in Foxborough are set for an exciting showdown.