France and Morocco clash on Thursday in a blockbuster World Cup quarter-final showdown at Gillette Stadium outside Boston, a rematch of the two teams’ 2022 World Cup semi-final meeting.
France, the outstanding side of the tournament, are led by Kylian Mbappe and coach Didier Deschamps, who is stepping down after a successful 14-year reign. Morocco boast a potent mix of technical quality, physicality, and tactical nous.
The winner will face Spain or Belgium in the semi-finals. Elsewhere, holders Argentina face Switzerland after a dramatic comeback against Egypt, while England meet Norway in Miami.
Key Points:
France vs Morocco is a rematch of the 2022 World Cup semi-final
Didier Deschamps is coaching his last tournament; his legacy is at stake
Morocco have the quality to trouble France after reaching the quarter-finals
Argentina survived a scare against Egypt and face Switzerland next
England’s clash with Norway pits Harry Kane against Erling Haaland
The quarter-finals begin Thursday with France vs Morocco. Spain vs Belgium, Argentina vs Switzerland, and England vs Norway follow. Only the best will survive.
Sources: FIFA World Cup 2026
