A rematch of the 2022 World Cup semi-final awaits as France faces Morocco in a mouthwatering FIFA World Cup 2026 quarter-final.
France booked their spot by grinding out a 1-0 win against a resilient Paraguay, with Kylian Mbappé converting the winning penalty, while Morocco continued their historic run by dismantling co-hosts Canada 3-0 to keep Africa's hopes alive.
Read our France vs Morocco prediction before staking your money.
France vs Morocco prediction for the 2026 World Cup
It is do or die. That is exactly why the prediction below zeroes in on the strongest bet for this knockout World Cup tie.
Here is our pick:
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Who are the favourites?
Based on the leading UK-licensed bookmakers, France is tipped to come out on top, with 60% of the odds leaning towards their win.
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France vs Morocco head-to-head record
These two nations have met only a handful of times of late — 1 match(es) in all, which only adds to the unpredictability of this 2026 World Cup tie.
France: 1 win(s)
Morocco: 0 win(s)
Draws: 0
France at the 2026 World Cup
France arrive having already played 5 match(es) at the 2026 World Cup. Here is the record for France National Team:
At the World Cup:
5 win(s), 0 draw(s) and 0 loss(es)
3 point(s) per game on average
14 goals scored at the World Cup (2.8 per game)
2 goals conceded at the World Cup (0.4 per game)
France National Team in 2026
13 win(s), 1 draw(s) and 1 loss(es) in all competitions
Leading scorer: Kylian Mbappé with 7 goal(s)
Most assists: Michael Olise with 5
Morocco at the 2026 World Cup
Morocco go into this tie with 5 match(es) already behind them at the 2026 World Cup.
Here is what Morocco National Team have managed so far:
At the World Cup
3 win(s), 2 draw(s) and 0 loss(es)
2.2 point(s) per game on average
10 goals scored at the World Cup (2 per game)
4 goals conceded at the World Cup (0.8 per game)
Morocco National Team in 2026
14 win(s), 4 draw(s) and 0 loss(es) in all competitions
Leading scorer: Ayoub El Kaabi with 4 goal(s)
Most assists: Brahim Diaz with 4
France vs Morocco statistics at the 2026 FIFA World Cup
Before you stake anything, look over the side-by-side comparison that sheds light on each nation's current form for this World Cup tie:
France
International - World Cup
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | W W W W W |
3 |
| Home | W W W W L |
2.4 |
| Away | W W W W W |
3 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 100% | 100% | 100% |
| Goals | 3.2 | 3.33 | 3 |
| Scored | 2.8 | 3 | 2.5 |
| Conceded | 0.4 | 0.33 | 0.5 |
| Both Teams to Score | 40% | 33% | 50% |
| Without Conceding | 60% | 67% | 50% |
| Failed To Score | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| 1st to Score | 100% | 100% | 100% |
|
xG
|
2.15 | 2.21 | 2.06 |
|
xGA
|
0.78 | 0.72 | 0.86 |
Morocco
International - World Cup
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | W D W W D |
2.2 |
| Home | W D W W W |
2.6 |
| Away | W D W D D |
1.8 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 60% | 100% | 50% |
| Goals | 2.8 | 6 | 2 |
| Scored | 2 | 4 | 1.5 |
| Conceded | 0.8 | 2 | 0.5 |
| Both Teams to Score | 60% | 100% | 50% |
| Without Conceding | 40% | 0% | 50% |
| Failed To Score | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| 1st to Score | 100% | 0% | 75% |
|
xG
|
1.48 | 2.6 | 1.2 |
|
xGA
|
1 | 0.81 | 1.05 |
France vs Morocco probable lineups
See the likely starting elevens below for our France vs Morocco prediction at the 2026 World Cup.
France: Maignan, Koundé, Upamecano, Saliba, Hernández, Tchouaméni, Rabiot, Griezmann, Dembélé, Thuram, Mbappé
Morocco: Bounou, Hakimi, Diop, Halhal, Mazraoui, Bouaddi, El Aynaoui, Díaz, Ounahi, El Khannouss, Rahimi
The confirmed lineups will be available close to the kickoff time.
How to watch France vs Morocco live in the UK
Find out below where you can catch France vs Morocco live during the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
Just remember, kick-off is at 21:00 UK time.
For the full schedule, check our our World Cup live streaming page.
More betting tips for this match
Alongside the main tip given at the top of this article, here are some other strong bets for France vs Morocco:
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Match details: France vs Morocco
🆚 Fixture France vs Morocco
🏆 Tournament 2026 FIFA World Cup
📅 Date Thursday, 09/07/2026
🕐 Kick-off 21:00 UK time
🏟️ Venue Gillette Stadium, 1388 One Patriot Place
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