France 2-0 Morocco: France wins
France will face Morocco in a knockout quarter-final match at the neutral venue of Gillette Stadium, with both teams enjoying impressive form leading up to kick-off.
- 0'The match has started.
France hosts Morocco.
- 12'A stalemate
Possession: France 45% - 55% Morocco, shots 3 - 0 (1 on target), corners 1 - 0; fouls 1 - 1, saves 0 - 1.
- 24'France dominates the game.
Possession: France 63% - 37% Morocco, shots 6 - 0 (1 - 0 on target), corners 2 - 0; fouls 2 - 3, saves 0 - 1.
- 28'Missed penalty
28th minute: K. Mbappe (France) misses a penalty.
- 36'France dominates the game.
Possession: France 54% - 46% Morocco, shots 8 - 0 (2 - 0 on target), corners 2 - 1; fouls 2 - 4, saves 0 - 2.
- 45'End of the first half
The first half ended with a score of 0-0.
- 46'The second half has begun.
The second half has begun.
- 49'France dominates the game.
Possession: France 50% - 50% Morocco, shots 13 - 1 (3 - 0 on target), corners 3 - 1; fouls 6 - 6, saves 0 - 3.
- 60'GOAL! France (1-0)
60th minute:K. Mbappe(France) scored (assist: D. Doue). Score: 1 - 0.
- 61'France dominates the game.
Possession: France 51% - 49% Morocco, shots 15 - 2 (4 - 0 on target), corners 3 - 2; fouls 7 - 7, saves 0 - 4.
- 62'Substitution
62nd minute (Morocco): S. Amrabat comes on to replace A. Bouaddi.
- 62'Substitution
62nd minute (Morocco): S. Rahimi comes on to replace B. El Khannouss.
- 63'Yellow card
63rd minute: I. Diop (Morocco) receives a yellow card.
- 66'GOAL! France (2-0)
66th minute:O. Dembele(France) scored (assist: K. Mbappe). Score: 2 - 0.
- 71'Substitution
71st minute (France): W. Zaire-Emery comes on to replace M. Kone.
- 73'France dominates the game.
Possession: France 52% - 48% Morocco, shots 17 - 2 (6 - 0 on target), corners 3 - 2; fouls 7 - 8, saves 0 - 4.
- 74'Substitution
74th minute (Morocco): G. Yassine comes on to replace B. Diaz.
- 74'Substitution
74th minute (Morocco): Z. El Ouahdi comes on to replace A. Salah-Eddine.
- 77'Substitution
77th minute (France): J. Mateta comes on to replace K. Mbappe.
- 77'Substitution
77th minute (France): B. Barcola comes on to replace D. Doue.
- 85'Substitution
85th minute (Morocco): A. Sbai comes on to replace C. Talbi.
- 85'France dominates the game.
Possession: France 49% - 51% Morocco, shots 17 - 2 (6 - 0 on target), corners 4 - 3; fouls 8 - 9, saves 0 - 4.
- 87'Substitution
87th minute (France): M. Gusto comes on to replace J. Kounde.
- KTFinal score: France 2-0 Morocco
The match ended with a score of 2-0.
Updated at 05:02 on 10/07/2026
Team lineup updated at 02:22 on 10/07/2026
Official lineup
France
Diagram: 4-2-3-1
CoachDidier Deschamps
Starting lineup:
- 16. Mike Maignan (G)
- 5. Jules Koundé (D)
- 4. Dayot Upamecano (D)
- 17. William Saliba (D)
- 3. Lucas Digne (D)
- 6. Manu Koné (M)
- 14. Adrien Rabiot (M)
- 7. Ousmane Dembélé (M)
- 11. Michael Olise (M)
- 20. Désiré Doué (M)
- 10. Kylian Mbappé (F)
Substitutes:
- 1. Rice Samba
- 23. Robin Riser
- 15. Ibrahima Konaté
- 21. Lucas Hernández
- 2. Malo Gusto
- 19. According to Hernández
- 26. Maxence Lacroix
- 8. Aurélien Tchouaméni
- 18. Warren Zaïre-Emery
- 24. Rayan Cherki
- 13. N'Golo Kanté
- 25. Maghnes Akliouche
- 9. Marcus Thuram
- 22. Jean-Philippe Mateta
- 12. Bradley Barcola
Moroccan
Diagram: 4-2-3-1
CoachMohamed Ouahbi
Starting lineup:
- 1. Yassine Bounou (G)
- 2. Achraf Hakimi (D)
- 14. Issa Diop (D)
- 3. Noussair Mazraoui (D)
- 26. Anass Salah-Eddine (D)
- 6. Ayyoub Bouaddi (M)
- 24. Neil El Aynoui (M)
- 7. Chemsdine Talbi (M)
- 8. Azzedine Onahi (M)
- 23. Bilal El Khannouss (M)
- 10. Brahim Díaz (F)
Substitutes:
- 12. Munir El Kajoui
- 22. Ahmed Reda Tagnaouti
- 5. Marwane Saadane
- 13. Zakaria El Ouahdi
- 18. Chadi Riad
- 25. Redouane Halhal
- 19. Youssef Belammari
- 17. Amine Sbai
- 16. Gessime Yassine
- 15. Samir El Mourabet
- 4. Sofyan Amrabat
- 11. Ismael Saibari
- 20. Ayoub El Kaabi
- 21. Ayoube Amaimouni Echghouyab
- 9. Soufiane Rahimi
France and Morocco will face each other in the World Cup quarter-finals at 3:00 AM on July 10, 2026, at the neutral venue of Gillette Stadium. This is a knockout match; the winner will advance to the semi-finals, while the loser will be eliminated from the tournament.
The form of both teams before kick-off.
The French national team is showing incredibly impressive form, having won all five of their most recent matches. This winning streak demonstrates the team's high level of confidence and consistency in their playing style, making them capable of putting significant pressure on any opponent in the knockout stage.
Meanwhile, Morocco is equally impressive, with 4 wins and only one draw in their last 5 matches. This further demonstrates the progress and resilience of the African representative, who have repeatedly surprised experts against stronger opponents.
The tide of confrontation is turning in favor of France.
Looking at their most recent encounters, France has the psychological advantage with their recent wins, while Morocco has yet to achieve a favorable result in this match. However, a past victory doesn't guarantee a win in a knockout match, which is entirely different in nature — where every mistake can be costly.
The special context of the quarter-final match
Notably, this match is being played on a neutral ground within the framework of a centralized tournament, so the home advantage factor doesn't exist for either team. Both France and Morocco must make the difference through their own skill and professional quality, rather than relying on the support of their home crowd.
The knockout nature of the quarter-finals also means there's no chance to correct mistakes. A solid, disciplined defensive lineup that remains sharp in attack will be key to securing a place in the semi-finals.
Expert opinion
With a streak of five consecutive wins, France is considered the team in slightly better form going into this match. However, Morocco, with their stability and courageous fighting spirit, could certainly spring a surprise, especially since knockout matches often unfold with unpredictable twists and turns.
Fans can expect an emotionally charged match, where both teams will be forced to give their all to avoid an early exit from the tournament.
Head-to-head history (last 5 matches)
- December 15, 2022: France 2 - 0 Morocco
France's recent form
- 05/07/2026: Paraguay 0-1 France (Winner)
- 01/07/2026: France 3-0 Sweden (Winner)
- June 27, 2026: Norway 1-4 France (Winner)
- June 23, 2026: France 3-0 Iraq (Winner)
- June 17, 2026: France 3-1 Senegal (Winner)
Morocco's recent form
- 05/07/2026: Canada 0-3 Morocco (Winner)
- June 30, 2026: Netherlands 1-1 Morocco (Draw)
- June 25, 2026: Morocco 4-2 Haiti (Winner)
- June 20, 2026: Scotland 0-1 Morocco (Win)
- June 14, 2026: Brazil 1-1 Morocco (Draw)
Rankings
| Team | Location | Point | form |
|---|---|---|---|
| Moroccan | 2 | 7 | WWWWD |
Team form and statistics
France
Form in the last 5 matches:WWWW
Statistics for this season:
- Matches played: 5
- Wins: 5
- Draw: 0
- Losses: 0
Goal:
- Scored: 14 goals (Average: 2.8 goals/match)
- Goals conceded: 2 (Average: 0.4 goals/match)
Moroccan
Form in the last 5 matches:DWWWW
Statistics for this season:
- Matches played: 5
- Wins: 4
- Draw: 1
- Losses: 0
Goal:
- Scored: 11 goals (Average: 2.2 goals/match)
- Goals conceded: 4 (Average: 0.8 goals/match)
Force situation
France:No injury information available.
Oregon
- I. Saibari: Hamstring Injury (Missing Fixture)
Predicted lineup
Predictions and odds
Predicted winner:France
Win or draw
Predicted odds:
- France wins: 45%
- Draw: 45%
- Morocco wins: 10%
Predicted number of goals:
- France: -2.5 goals
- Morocco: -2.5 goals
Advice:Double chance: France or draw
*This article was created with the assistance of artificial intelligence (AI).