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

France Faces Morocco in a Rematch of the 2022 Semifinals

France and Morocco meet again on the World Cup stage, revisiting their intense 2022 semifinal encounter. Both teams have cemented themselves as consistent contenders at the highest levels of international soccer.

France booked their quarterfinal spot with a narrow 1-0 win over Paraguay, thanks to a penalty scored by Kylian Mbappé. That goal keeps Mbappé firmly in the race for the Golden Boot, boasting seven goals and two assists, challenging legends like Lionel Messi and Erling Haaland for the top scorer award.

Morocco reached this stage with an impressive second-half surge against Canada, highlighted by a brace from Azzedine Ounahi and a late goal from Soufiane Rahimi. To match France's attacking threats like Ousmane Dembélé and Michael Olise, Morocco will rely heavily on their key players including Achraf Hakimi, Brahim Díaz, Youssef En-Nesyri, and Noussair Mazraoui.

Match Details: Kickoff Time and Venue

The quarterfinal between France and Morocco kicks off on Thursday, July 9, at 4 p.m. Eastern Time. The venue is Gillette Stadium in Foxborough, Massachusetts.

Where to Watch: TV Channel and Streaming Options

The match airs on FOX across the United States. For those who prefer streaming, options include fubo, Fox One, and the Fox Sports app or website.

Fubo is a popular choice offering a free trial for new subscribers, allowing viewers to watch ESPN, ABC, CBS, Fox, and over 100 other channels without cable.

Upcoming Matches in the World Cup Schedule

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

Key Facts About the 2026 FIFA World Cup

• The tournament runs from June 11 to July 19, 2026.
• It will be hosted across three countries: the United States, Canada, and Mexico.
• Matches take place in 16 cities, including Atlanta, Boston, Dallas, Houston, Los Angeles, Miami, New York/New Jersey, Toronto, Vancouver, Guadalajara, Mexico City, and Monterrey.
• The World Cup expands to 48 teams, up from 32, increasing the number of matches to 104.
• Teams range globally, featuring nations like Algeria, Argentina, Australia, Brazil, France, Germany, Morocco, Spain, and the United States, among others.
• In the U.S., English broadcasts are on FOX and FS1, with Spanish coverage on Telemundo and Universo.
• The final is set for Sunday, July 19, 2026, at the New York-New Jersey Stadium (MetLife Stadium).

Streaming Access for the Tournament

Streaming availability varies by language and broadcaster. In the U.S., fubo carries FOX and FS1 for English viewers, while Telemundo streams matches live on Peacock and its app for Spanish-speaking audiences.