France will face Morocco in the quarter-finals of the 2026 World Cup on Thursday, July 9, 2026. The match is set to take place at Boston Stadium in Foxborough, kicking off at 4 PM Eastern Time and 9 PM UK Time. This encounter serves as a rematch of the 2022 World Cup semi-final in Qatar, where France emerged victorious with a 2-0 win, propelling them to the final. Morocco aims to avenge that loss and secure a spot in the semi-finals once again. Both teams have shown impressive form in North America. France has been one of the most well-rounded teams in the tournament, while Morocco has transitioned from being dark horses to serious contenders. The match promises to be intense, with the fitness of two crucial players likely playing a significant role in the outcome. France has cruised through the tournament, marking their fourth consecutive quarter-final appearance. Didier Deschamps’ squad topped Group I, achieving victories over Senegal, Iraq, and Norway. They convincingly defeated Sweden 3-0 in the Round of 32 and narrowly overcame Paraguay 1-0 in the Round of 16, thanks to a penalty from Kylian Mbappe. That penalty marked Mbappe's 19th World Cup goal, tying him with Lionel Messi for the most all-time, and he has surpassed Olivier Giroud as France’s all-time leading scorer. The attacking options surrounding him are formidable, with Michael Olise leading the tournament in assists with five. Ousmane Dembele and Bradley Barcola add significant pace to the attack, challenging opposing defenses. A concern for France lies in midfield, as Aurelien Tchouameni missed the match against Paraguay due to a thigh injury and will be assessed ahead of Thursday’s game, with Manu Kone ready to step in if needed. Additionally, Barcola, Kone, and Olise are at risk of suspension, each one yellow card away from missing the semi-final.