Morocco's Path to the 2026 World Cup Quarterfinals: When and Where They Play Next
Morocco became the first team to reach the quarterfinals of the 2026 World Cup after a 3-0 win over Canada. Their next opponent will be the winner of Paraguay versus France.
Quarterfinal Details
The upcoming match is scheduled for Thursday, July 9, at 4 p.m. ET. It will take place at Boston Stadium in Foxborough, Massachusetts, which holds 64,146 fans. This venue will witness Morocco’s attempt to match their best World Cup result by reaching the semifinals and potentially go beyond.
Morocco’s Journey So Far
Placed in Group C with Brazil, Scotland, and Haiti, Morocco managed to finish second despite facing a strong Brazilian side. They opened with a 1-1 draw against Brazil, followed by a narrow 1-0 win over Scotland. A 4-2 victory against Haiti sealed their progression to the knockout rounds.
In the Round of 16, Morocco overcame Canada 3-0. Azzedine Ounahi scored twice and was named player of the match, even though Morocco struggled during parts of the game.
Upcoming Opponent
Morocco’s next challenge is either Paraguay or France. Paraguay surprised many by knocking out Germany on penalties after finishing third in Group D behind the United States and Australia. France, unbeaten so far with four wins, remains a formidable opponent.
