Morocco Secures Spot in 2026 World Cup Quarterfinals: Who Will They Face?

Morocco has become the first team to reach the quarterfinal stage of the 2026 World Cup after defeating Canada 3-0. The match was tough, but Morocco's victory is clear. Their next opponent will be either Paraguay or France, depending on the outcome of that clash.

Quarterfinal Match Details

The upcoming game for Morocco is scheduled for Thursday, July 9, kicking off at 4 p.m. ET. It will take place at Boston Stadium in Foxborough, Massachusetts, which holds up to 64,146 fans. This match could be a chance for Morocco to tie their best World Cup performance by advancing to the semifinals and maybe push further towards the final.

Morocco's Journey So Far

Placed in Group C with Brazil, Scotland, and Haiti, Morocco managed to finish second despite facing strong teams. They started with a 1-1 draw against Brazil, followed by a narrow 1-0 win over Scotland, and then secured qualification with a 4-2 win against Haiti.

In the Round of 16, Morocco dominated Canada 3-0. Azzedine Ounahi scored twice and earned player of the match honors, even though the team faced difficulties during parts of the game.

Who Will Morocco Meet Next?

Their next challenge will come from the winner between Paraguay and France. Paraguay surprised many by knocking out Germany in a penalty shootout after finishing third in Group D behind the USMNT and Australia. France, on the other hand, has been flawless with four wins so far.