Why is France vs Morocco considered a revenge match?
Morocco faces their arch-enemy, France, on July 9 at Boston Stadium at 4 pm local time. Morocco hopes to avenge their loss at the last FIFA World Cup against Les Bleus. Expect the best match of the quarter-finals.
How did France perform in the group stage and knockout rounds?
France had four straight wins in the tournament, averaging a three-goal scoring differential and conceding only two goals. Then they came up against Paraguay.
June 16: France 3 – 1 Senegal (Group play)
June 22: France 3 – 0 Iraq (Group play)
June 26: Norway 1 – 4 France (Group play)
June 30: France 3 – 0 Sweden (Round of 32)
July 4: Paraguay 0 – 1 France (Round of 16)
Paraguay’s defense neutralized France’s attacks, giving them few chances. The game was still 0-0 in the second half and threatening to go into extra time. France’s intensity was dropping as Paraguay worked towards a penalty shoot-out to decide the winner.
Minutes after replacing Bradley Barcola, Desire Doue made a brilliant run past the Paraguayan defense, where he was clipped inside the box. The ensuing penalty shot by Mbappe finally opened the scoring and ultimately sent France to the quarter-finals.
How did Morocco remain unbeaten in the tournament?
Morocco has gone through the tournament without a loss, but they have had two draws, one during the Round of 32. It shows that they are willing to choke the play and bide their time, blocking their opponent’s attempts to attack.
They came second to Brazil in Group C only because of goal differential. Both teams had 7 points. But Brazil is now out of the tournament. Morocco hopes to oust France, just as the Norwegian underdogs did to Brazil.
June 13: Brazil 1 – 1 Morocco (Group play)
June 19: Scotland 0 – 1 Morocco (Group play)
June 24: Morocco 4 – 2 Haiti (Group play)
June 29: Netherlands 1 – 1 Morocco (PSO 2-3, Round of 32)
July 4: Canada 0 – 3 Morocco (Round of 16)
Against Canada, Morocco showed what it can do when given the space to run.
What is the historical record between France and Morocco?
These two teams have met six times, with their first meeting at the 1988 Tournoi de France. France won 2-1 and has won each meeting since, except for a 1-1 draw in a 2007 Friendly. Their most recent meeting was in the 2022 World Cup during the semi-final in Qatar. Morocco was the first African team to reach the semis, but France comfortably ended their Cinderella run with a 2-0 win.
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— FIFA World Cup (@FIFAWorldCup) July 9, 2026
What is the prediction for France vs Morocco in the 2026 World Cup?
Morocco will do everything it can to prevent the past from repeating. They have improved over the last four years and are no longer just a defensive powerhouse. They are now on a 10-match unbeaten streak and have added a more potent attack style. They are controlling possession and creating scoring threats. They showcased this in their 3-0 sweep of Canada.
But France has that and more. Their depth is unmatched with players like Mbappe, Ousmane Dembele, Machael Olise and Bradley Barcola.
Morocco will have its entire country behind it as it seeks to get past its nemesis. They won’t be thinking about the remainder of the tournament. This will be a do-or-die match for them. Expect a passionate, physical and intense game that will test the endurance of the French players.
Our France vs Morocco prediction is an even game until the end, with France jumping ahead 2-1 to win. Remember to follow us on our social media accounts.
