France vs. Morocco: Kickoff Time, TV Channel, and Live Stream for 2026 World Cup Quarterfinal
The quarterfinals of the 2026 World Cup bring back a thrilling encounter between France and Morocco, two teams that have become familiar with late-stage tournament battles. France earned their spot by edging out Paraguay 1-0, thanks to a penalty goal by Kylian Mbappé. With seven goals and two assists, Mbappé remains a strong contender for the Golden Boot, challenging legends like Lionel Messi and Erling Haaland.
Morocco advanced with flair, overwhelming Canada in the second half. Azzedine Ounahi scored twice, while Soufiane Rahimi added a late goal to seal the win. To match France’s attacking threats, including Ousmane Dembélé and Michael Olise, Morocco relies on talents like Achraf Hakimi, Brahim Díaz, Youssef En-Nesyri, and Noussair Mazraoui.
When Does France vs. Morocco Kick Off?
The match is set for Thursday, July 9, starting at 4 p.m. Eastern Time at Gillette Stadium in Foxborough, Massachusetts. Here are the kickoff times 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 France vs. Morocco
The game will air on FOX in the United States. For streaming, options include fubo, Fox One, and the Fox Sports app or website. Fubo offers a free trial for new users, making it an accessible choice to watch live without cable.
Upcoming World Cup Matches
- Dates: June 11 - July 19, 2026
- Hosts: United States, Canada, and Mexico—the first tournament hosted by three countries
- Host Cities: 16 cities including Atlanta, Boston, Dallas, Houston, Los Angeles, Miami, New York/New Jersey, Philadelphia, San Francisco, Seattle, Toronto, Vancouver, Guadalajara, Mexico City, and Monterrey
- Teams: 48 national teams, up from 32 in previous tournaments
- Total Matches: 104 games covering group stages through the final
Watching the World Cup
In the U.S., English-language broadcasts appear on FOX and FS1, both accessible via fubo for those without traditional cable subscriptions. Spanish-language fans can turn to Telemundo and Universo, with streaming available through Peacock and DIRECTV. Match times differ by location and date, so checking the schedule for local kickoffs is advised.
Final Match Details
The World Cup final will take place Sunday, July 19, 2026, at MetLife Stadium, known for this event as New York-New Jersey Stadium.
