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France Faces Morocco in 2026 World Cup Quarterfinal at Boston Stadium

The 2026 FIFA World Cup quarterfinals feature a key match between title favorites France and African champions Morocco, with injury concerns impacting both teams.

Jul 9, 2026, 7:05 AM Al Jazeera

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The 2026 FIFA World Cup has reached the quarterfinal stage, highlighted by a high-profile match between two-time world champions France and African champions Morocco. The game is scheduled for Thursday, July 9, at 4pm local time (20:00 GMT) at Boston Stadium in Foxborough, Massachusetts, United States.

France, runners-up in the 2022 World Cup, have been the tournament's most balanced team in North America, scoring 14 goals and conceding only two across five matches, winning all of them. However, France's midfielder Aurelien Tchouameni is doubtful for the quarterfinal due to an adductor injury sustained before the round of 16.

Morocco faces a significant setback as injured player Saibari will miss the quarterfinal clash.

France’s assistant coach Guy Stephan commented on the team's recent performances, stating, “I think that playing a match like that at this stage of the tournament was fruitful ‌for us, because it gives answers about what the players are capable of in the face of that kind of adversity.”

Fans can follow the build-up on Al Jazeera Sport from 17:00 GMT, with live text commentary available during the match.

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