The first quarter-final match between France and Morocco will take place in the early morning of July 10.
Although head-to-head history is on France's side with 4 wins and 2 draws after 6 encounters with Morocco, the reunion in the quarter-finals of the 2026 World Cup is predicted to be very different from the statistics.
Morocco won a ticket to the round of 8 strongest teams after a 3-0 victory over Canada. Coach Mohamed Ouahbi's team impressed thanks to a disciplined defense system, the ability to quickly switch states and high-precision counter-attacks.
The united team and determined fighting spirit continue to be the mainstay of the African representative.
On the other side, France is still rated higher thanks to a balanced force and experience in major matches. Didier Deschamps's team surpassed Paraguay to extend their journey at the World Cup, while continuing to affirm their ability to control the game and know how to make a difference at a decisive moment.
Les Bleus' big advantage lies in the squad depth when many players on the bench are still capable of changing the game. However, against a fast-paced Maroc that is always ready to put strong pressure, France can hardly expect an easy match.
World Cup 2026 schedule on July 10th:
03:00: France vs Morocco (quarterfinals)
