France vs. Morocco World Cup 2026 Quarterfinal: Kickoff Time, TV Channel, and Live Stream Info
The upcoming quarterfinal between France and Morocco sets up as a thrilling rematch of their 2022 semifinal encounter. Both teams have established themselves on the world stage, frequently advancing to the late stages of international tournaments.
France earned their spot by edging out Paraguay with a tight 1-0 win, thanks to a penalty from Kylian Mbappé. With seven goals and two assists, Mbappé remains a strong contender for the Golden Boot, chasing legends like Lionel Messi and Erling Haaland.
Morocco reached the quarterfinals by overpowering Canada in the second half, featuring a brace from Azzedine Ounahi and a late goal from Soufiane Rahimi. To counter France’s attacking threats including Ousmane Dembélé and Michael Olise, Morocco relies on stars such as Achraf Hakimi, Brahim Díaz, Youssef En-Nesyri, and Noussair Mazraoui.
Match Kickoff Time
The clash is set for Thursday, July 9, kicking off at 4 p.m. Eastern Time. The venue is Gillette Stadium in Foxborough, Massachusetts. Here’s how kickoff translates across US time zones:
- Eastern Time: 4 p.m.
- Central Time: 3 p.m.
- Mountain Time: 2 p.m.
- Pacific Time: 1 p.m.
Where to Watch and Stream
In the United States, the match will air on FOX. Fans can also stream it through services like fubo, Fox One, and the Fox Sports app or website. New users can try fubo with a free trial before committing to a subscription, offering access to ESPN, ABC, CBS, FOX, and more than 100 other live TV channels and sports options.
Upcoming World Cup Matches
The tournament runs from June 11 to July 19, 2026. It marks the first time three countries—United States, Canada, and Mexico—jointly host the event. Matches take place in 16 cities spanning these nations, including Atlanta, Boston, Dallas, Houston, Kansas City, Los Angeles, Miami, New York/New Jersey, Philadelphia, San Francisco, Seattle, Toronto, Vancouver, Guadalajara, Mexico City, and Monterrey.
Expanded Format and Teams
The World Cup expands to 48 teams this year, up from 32. This means more games, more knockout rounds, and a broader global representation. Participating nations include traditional powerhouses like Argentina, Brazil, England, Germany, France, and Spain, alongside emerging and less familiar teams.
Number of Matches and Streaming Options
A total of 104 matches will unfold throughout the tournament, covering group stages through to the final. In the U.S., English broadcasts are mainly on FOX and FS1, both accessible via streaming services like fubo. Spanish-language coverage airs on Telemundo and Universo, available on platforms including Peacock and DIRECTV.
Final Match Details
The World Cup final is scheduled for Sunday, July 19, 2026, hosted at MetLife Stadium, known officially for the event as New York-New Jersey Stadium.
Kickoff times differ depending on location and stage, so checking the official schedule for local start times is advised.
