On July 10, 2026, France plays Morocco in a World Cup quarterfinal match. Kylian Mbappé, captain of the French team, is set to start, potentially playing his 20th World Cup match. Didier Deschamps, the French coach, could also set a record for most World Cup matches coached by a French manager.
Mbappé, at 27, has already scored 12 World Cup goals. Deschamps, who led France to victory in 2018, is aiming for another deep tournament run. The match is highly anticipated, with Morocco being the first African team to reach the quarterfinals in World Cup history.
Both teams have strong defenses. France relies on Mbappé's speed and Antoine Griezmann's creativity, while Morocco has conceded only one goal in the tournament so far. The winner will advance to the semifinals.
