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Rabat – France faces Morocco tonight in a highly anticipated quarter-final match at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, with a coveted spot in the semi-finals on the line.
Les Bleus head into the match at Boston Stadium having maintained a perfect record in the tournament, winning all five of their games so far.
Didier Deschamps’ side booked their place in the quarter-finals after a hard-fought 1-0 victory over Paraguay in the Round of 16, courtesy of a second-half penalty from Kylian Mbappé.
This fixture marks a repeat of the memorable 2022 semi-final, and France is fully focused on repeating that success to advance further.
With the stakes higher than ever, Didier Deschamps has named a highly clinical starting lineup designed to break down a resilient opponent and secure safe passage to the semi-finals.
France’s Squad to Feature Against Morocco
France head coach Didier Deschamps has announced his starting XI for the massive quarter-final encounter in Boston.
Mike Maignan starts in goal behind a settled defensive line featuring Jules Koundé, Dayot Upamecano, William Saliba, and Lucas Digne.
In midfield, Manu Koné and Adrien Rabiot provide the tactical screen and energy in the engine room, allowing the creative frontline to dictate the tempo.
The attacking unit is orchestrated by playmaker Michael Olise, supported on the wings by Ousmane Dembélé and Désiré Doué, while Marcus Thuram spearheads the line up front.
France Starting XI vs Morocco
- Goalkeeper: Mike Maignan
- Defenders: Jules Koundé, Dayot Upamecano, William Saliba, Lucas Digne
- Midfielders: Manu Koné, Adrien Rabiot, Michael Olise
- Forwards: Ousmane Dembélé, Marcus Thuram, Désiré Doué
France enters the pitch determined to showcase its attacking dominance and keep its dreams of a third world title alive.
