Morocco Secures Spot in 2026 World Cup Quarterfinals: When and Where They Play Next

Morocco has become the first team to reach the quarterfinals of the 2026 World Cup after a 3-0 win over Canada. Despite the match's challenges, Morocco's victory was clear, driven by Azzedine Ounahi's two goals. Their next opponent will be either Paraguay or France, who face off soon.

Quarterfinal Match Details

The upcoming quarterfinal game is scheduled for Thursday, July 9, at 4 p.m. ET. The venue is Boston Stadium in Foxborough, Massachusetts, which holds 64,146 fans. This match offers Morocco a chance not only to match their best World Cup finish by reaching the semifinals but also to push further toward the final.

Morocco's Journey So Far

Drawn into Group C with Brazil, Scotland, and Haiti, Morocco managed to advance despite stiff competition. They began with a 1-1 draw against Brazil, then edged out Scotland 1-0. A convincing 4-2 win against Haiti secured second place in the group.

In the Round of 16, Morocco dominated Canada 3-0. Ounahi’s brace stood out in a game where Morocco faced pressure at times but ultimately controlled the outcome.

Who Will Morocco Face Next?

Their next opponent will come from the match between Paraguay and France. Paraguay surprised many by knocking Germany out on penalties after finishing third in their group behind the USMNT and Australia. France, on the other hand, has won all four of their tournament matches so far.