France and Morocco face off in a huge rematch of the 2022 semifinals, bringing together two powerhouse programs that have grown incredibly accustomed to the deepest stages of global tournament play.
Les Bleus secured their spot in this blockbuster clash by grinding out a 1-0 victory over a stubborn Paraguay team, propelled by a decisive penalty kick from Kylian Mbappé.
That crucial finish keeps Mbappé in the Golden Boot race with seven goals and two assists, putting him in close position to outpace icons Lionel Messi and Erling Haaland for the tournament’s top individual honor.
Morocco punched its ticket to the quarterfinals in style, unleashing a devastating second-half blitz against Canada that featured a clinical brace from Azzedine Ounahi and a late exclamation point from Soufiane Rahimi.
To counter the explosive French attacking depth of Ousmane Dembélé and Michael Olise, Morocco will lean heavily on their own world-class nucleus, spearheaded by Achraf Hakimi, Brahim Díaz, Youssef En-Nesyri, and Noussair Mazraoui.
Here’s everything you need to know to watch the France vs. Morocco World Cup match, including where to watch on TV or live stream, what time the game starts and more.
What time does France vs. Morocco kick off?
France vs. Morocco kicks off Thursday, July 9, at 4 p.m. ET at Gillette Stadium in Foxborough, Massachusetts.
Here’s how that time translates across the United States time zones:
| Date | Kickoff time | |
| Eastern Time | Thursday, July 9 | 4 p.m. |
| Central Time | Thursday, July 9 | 3 p.m. |
| Mountain Time | Thursday, July 9 | 2 p.m. |
| Pacific Time | Thursday, July 9 | 1 p.m. |
France vs. Morocco live stream, TV channel
- TV channel: FOX
- Live stream: fubo, Fox One, Fox Sports app/website
France vs. Morocco will be broadcast on FOX in the United States with streaming options available on its dedicated platforms.
The best place to catch the match is on streaming service fubo, with new customers able to sign up for a FREE trial.
Fubo offers a free trial for new subscribers, so you can try the service before you buy. Stream ESPN, ABC, CBS, Fox and 100+ top channels of live TV and sports without cable. (Participating plans only. Taxes and fees may apply.)
World Cup schedule today and tomorrow
All times Eastern.
Thursday, July 9
- France vs. Morocco (4 p.m.)
Friday, July 10
- Spain vs. Belgium (3 p.m.)
2026 FIFA World Cup FAQs
When is the 2026 FIFA World Cup?
The 2026 FIFA World Cup is scheduled to run from June 11 through July 19, 2026. It will be the first World Cup hosted across three countries: the United States, Canada and Mexico.
Where is the 2026 FIFA World Cup being played?
The 2026 World Cup will be played across 16 host cities in North America, with matches taking place in the United States, Canada and Mexico. It will be the first men’s World Cup hosted by three countries.
The 16 host cities are Atlanta, Boston, Dallas, Houston, Kansas City, Los Angeles, Miami, New York/New Jersey, Philadelphia, San Francisco and Seattle in the United States; Toronto and Vancouver in Canada; and Guadalajara, Mexico City and Monterrey in Mexico.
How many teams are in the 2026 World Cup?
The 2026 FIFA World Cup will feature 48 teams, expanding from the 32-team format used in previous tournaments. The larger field also means more matches, more knockout-round games and more countries involved than ever before.
The 48 teams are Algeria, Argentina, Australia, Austria, Belgium, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Brazil, Cape Verde, Canada, Colombia, Croatia, Curaçao, Czechia, DR Congo, Ecuador, Egypt, England, France, Germany, Ghana, Haiti, Iran, Iraq, Ivory Coast, Japan, Jordan, Mexico, Morocco, Netherlands, New Zealand, Norway, Panama, Paraguay, Portugal, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Scotland, Senegal, South Africa, South Korea, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Tunisia, Türkiye, United States, Uruguay and Uzbekistan.
How many games are in the 2026 World Cup?
There will be 104 matches at the 2026 FIFA World Cup. That includes the group stage, knockout rounds and the final.
Can I stream the 2026 World Cup?
Yes. Streaming options will depend on the match, language and broadcast partner. In the U.S., Fox Sports lists FOX and FS1, which are available on fubo for English-language coverage, while Telemundo will stream every match live on Peacock and the Telemundo App for Spanish-language coverage.
What channel is the 2026 World Cup on?
In the U.S., English-language matches are expected across FOX and FS1, which are available on fubo for those without cable, while Spanish-language coverage will air on Telemundo and Universo, which you can stream on DIRECTV and Peacock. Check the schedule for the specific match you want to watch.
When is the 2026 World Cup final?
The 2026 FIFA World Cup final is scheduled for Sunday, July 19, 2026. The match will be played at New York-New Jersey Stadium, FIFA’s tournament name for MetLife Stadium.
What time do World Cup games start?
Kickoff times vary by date, host city and round. Because the tournament is being played across multiple time zones in the United States, Canada and Mexico, fans should check the official match schedule for start times in their local time zone.
