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France v Morocco: Can the Atlas Lions Get Revenge?

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Four years after their World Cup semi-final in Qatar, France and Morocco face off again—this time in the quarter-finals. France are chasing a third consecutive World Cup final, while Morocco are determined to rewrite history after their remarkable run to the last eight. TRT World's Selin Tuter reports from the Boston Stadium.

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Assahifa

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· Jul 8, 2026

France brace for toughest World Cup test yet against confident Morocco, Reuters says

France's march to the quarter-finals of the 2026 FIFA World Cup has already demanded attacking quality, patience and composure, but Thursday's clash with Morocco is expected to provide Didier Deschamps' side with their sternest footballing examination yet, Reuters reported. According to Reuters, the quarter-final revives memories of the two teams' meeting in the semi-finals of ...

OneFootball

· Jul 1, 2026

Upset on the cards? England's first half ends with two wild stats

The Three Lions are going through a real drama in the second round of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Caught off guard by a DR Congo goal just 7 minutes into the match, England went into halftime trailing 1-...

Canada Sports Betting

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· Jun 23, 2026

2026 World Cup: Morocco vs. Haiti Match Prediction, Betting Tips, And Odds (6/24/26)

Morocco are looking to punch their ticket to the knockout rounds as Group C winners, and a matchup against an already eliminated Haiti side provides the perfect opportunity. In this 2026 World Cup clash on Wednesday, June 24, we expect the Atlas Lions’ superior quality and high-pressure tactics to be far too much for Haiti [...] Read More... The post 2026 World Cup: Morocco vs. Haiti Match Prediction, Betting Tips, And Odds (6/24/26) appeared first on canadasportsbetting.ca.

Guineematin.com

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· Jun 23, 2026

Mondial 2026 : le Sénégal au bord de l’élimination après sa défaite face à la Norvège

Deux matchs, deux défaites pour le Sénégal. Après avoir chuté face à la France, les Lions de la Teranga se sont de nouveau inclinés dans la nuit du lundi 22 juin 2026 au MetLife Stadium, dans le New Jersey, face à une Norvège réaliste (3-2). Si les Scandinaves valident leur billet pour les 16es de [] The post Mondial 2026 : le Sénégal au bord de l’élimination après sa défaite face à la Norvège first appeared on Guineematin.com.

BBC

· Jul 5, 2026

World Cup 2026: Morocco & France set up quarter-final tie before England play Mexico

Watch highlights and get reaction as France and Morocco book their places in the quarter-finals of the 2026 Fifa World Cup.

HESPRESS English

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· Jun 22, 2026

2026 World Cup: Who Morocco could face in the round of 32 under the three scenarios

As Morocco beat Scotland 1-0 and move into second place in Group C, all eyes are now on their potential Round of 32 opponent. Fans, along with football accounts across social media, are weighing the different scenarios depending on whether the Atlas Lions finish first, second, or third in the group. If Morocco finishes top [] The post 2026 World Cup: Who Morocco could face in the round of 32 under the three scenarios appeared first on HESPRESS English - Morocco News.

Le Monde

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· Jul 9, 2026

France or Morocco? The World Cup dilemma for Paris's Moroccan community

Les Bleus and the Atlas Lions face off on Thursday for a spot in the football tournament's semifinals. In the French capital, some fans have already made their decision. For others, choosing a side is proving far more complicated.

Sweden Herald

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· Jul 9, 2026

World Cup guide: Morocco seek revenge against France after 2022 exit

World Cup guide: Morocco seek revenge against France after 2022 exit

101GREATGOALS.COM

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· Jul 4, 2026

LIVE – Canada v Morocco: World Cup 2026 text commentary, updates, goals and stats as Ounahi strike puts Atlas Lions ahead

Live World Cup 2026 text updates from Canada v Morocco

SkySports

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France vs Morocco LIVE!

France vs Morocco LIVE!

NBC News

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· Jul 9, 2026

Marruecos llega listo para otro capítulo mundialista ante Francia

Marruecos llegó al estadio para enfrentar a Francia en los cuartos de final de la Copa Mundial de la FIFA 2026. Los Leones del Atlas buscan repetir la hazaña y acercarse a otra semifinal en un duelo con sabor a revancha mundialista.

CBS Sports

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· Jul 9, 2026

HQ PM Newsletter 7/9/2026

What to watch Thursday night: France vs. Morocco World Cup quarterfinal + more best bets

Utusan Malaysia

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· Jul 12, 2026

‘It’s Coming Home’ kembali bergema

LONDON: Impian penyokong England untuk melihat trofi Piala Dunia kembali ke bumi mereka semakin membara apabila skuad Three Lions bangkit menewaskan Norway 2-1 dalam masa tambahan, sekali gus mengesahkan tiket ke separuh akhir, semalam. Sorakan bergema di pub dan dataran sekitar London sebaik Jude Bellingham muncul wira dengan menjaringkan gol kemenangan, manakala ribuan penyokong melaungkan ... Read more The post ‘It’s Coming Home’ kembali bergema appeared first on Utusan Malaysia.

Football | The Guardian

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· Jun 28, 2026

‘Street football on world stage’: Morocco and Netherlands face off in last-32 game with a backstory

Moroccans began moving to the Netherlands in the 1960s, lending match in Mexico a feeling akin to ‘a derby’Thirty-two years to the day since their first official encounter, Morocco and the Netherlands face each in what has the makings of a blockbuster last-32 match. Many things have changed since the 1994 World Cup group game in Orlando, which Netherlands won 2-1, but Morocco’s history is never far from the plot.Take the venue for Monday’s encounter – Monterrey, where the Atlas Lions played most of their 1986 World Cup campaign, in the process becoming the first African team to progress through the group stage. So many in Morocco spy a golden opportunity for revenge and glory. And they would be right to do so given how four years ago, in Qatar, Morocco stunned the world by reaching the semi-finals, beating Belgium, Spain and Portugal in the process. They now have another European heavyweight firmly in their sights. Continue reading...

Al Jazeera English

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· Jul 10, 2026

What happened at France v Morocco | AJ #shorts

France faced Morocco in a rematch of the 2022 World Cup semi-final. Al Jazeera’s Samantha Johnson was in Boston to soak up the atmosphere, speak to fans from both sides, and see whether Morocco would finally get their revenge. Subscribe to our channel: http://bit.ly/AJSubscribe Follow us on X : https://twitter.com/AJEnglish Find us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/aljazeera Check our website: http://www.aljazeera.com/ Check out our Instagram page: https://www.instagram.com/aljazeeraenglish/ Download AJE Mobile App: https://aje.news/AJEMobile

Associated Press

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· Jul 9, 2026

France vs Morocco: LIVE watch party of the 2026 World Cup

Watch live from Paris as fans watch France's men's national soccer team face Morocco in a World Cup quarterfinal.

The Standard

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· Jul 9, 2026

France vs Morocco LIVE: World Cup 2026 match stream, latest team news, lineups, TV, prediction

First quarter-final pits beaten finalists against African champions

The New Zealand Herald

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· Jul 9, 2026

France v Morocco: Live updates from the Fifa World Cup quarter-finals

France v Morocco: Live updates from the Fifa World Cup quarter-finals

Ghanaian Times

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· Jun 23, 2026

A test of character for Black Stars today

Today’s encounter between Ghana’s Black Stars and England’s Three Lions at the ongoing 2026 FIFA World Cup presents more than just another group match; it is a defining moment that could shape the destiny of both teams. With both sides having secured victories in their opening matches, the stakes could not be higher. A win The post A test of character for Black Stars today appeared first on Ghanaian Times.

brazilnews.net

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· Jul 9, 2026

"Bonus is to win the World Cup": Morocco coach Ouahbi eyes France upset in FIFA World Cup QF

Massachusetts [US], July 9 (ANI): Morocco head coach Mohamed Ouahbi has dismissed suggestions that his side has already exceeded expectations at the FIFA World Cup 2026, insisting the Atlas Lions are targeting the title as they prepare for a blockbuster quarter-final clash against France on Thursday (local time).Morocco face France in a repeat of the 2022 World Cup semi-final, where Les Bleus ended the North Afr

Daily Post Nigeria

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· Jul 6, 2026

World Cup 2026: They’re dynamic – Micah Richards picks only team that should worry England

Former England defender, Micah Richards, believes France is the only team the Three Lions should be worried about facing at the World Cup. Richards spoke after England defeated Mexico in the World Cup Round of 16 to qualify for the last-8 earlier today. Recall that a brace from Jude Bellingham and a goal from Harry Kane [] World Cup 2026: They’re dynamic – Micah Richards picks only team that should worry England

Face2Face Africa

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· Jun 25, 2026

Ghanaian witch doctor says he has lifted spell from England striker Harry Kane after he failed to score

England went into their second FIFA World Cup 2026 match against Ghana as the clear favorites to win the game. But the Black Stars’ solid defensive setup ultimately managed to hold the Three Lions of England to a goalless draw, which was widely unexpected. Prior to Tuesday’s game, a Ghanaian witch doctor by the name...

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