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France vs Morocco lineups are not officially confirmed yet for Match 97 at Boston Stadium. The quarter-final kicks off Thursday, July 9.
The predicted XI points to Mike Maignan starting for France and Yassine Bounou starting for Morocco. Official team sheets should arrive near kickoff.
This knockout match in FIFA World Cup 2026 brings Kylian Mbappe, Achraf Hakimi, and Morocco's injury calls into focus. Late selection decisions remain yet to be confirmed.
France vs Morocco Lineups Quick Answer
France's predicted lineup is Maignan; Kounde, Upamecano, Saliba, Digne; Rabiot, Kone; Dembele, Olise, Doue; Mbappe.
Morocco's predicted lineup is Bounou; Hakimi, Diop, Riad, Mazraoui; El Aynaoui, Bouaddi; Diaz, Ounahi, El Khannouss; Rahimi.
Both XIs remain predicted, not official. France have a midfield fitness call, while Morocco are monitoring Ismael Saibari and Chadi Riad.
| Team | Predicted XI |
|---|---|
| France | Maignan; Kounde, Upamecano, Saliba, Digne; Rabiot, Kone; Dembele, Olise, Doue; Mbappe |
| Morocco | Bounou; Hakimi, Diop, Riad, Mazraoui; El Aynaoui, Bouaddi; Diaz, Ounahi, El Khannouss; Rahimi |
| Official France XI | yet to be confirmed |
| Official Morocco XI | yet to be confirmed |
| Referee | yet to be confirmed |
France vs Morocco Lineups Status
The lineups status is predicted before FIFA releases final team sheets. Starters, substitutes, captains, and formations can still change.
The official XI should sharpen the tactical picture about an hour before kickoff. Until then, the clearest checks are France's midfield and Morocco's front line.
France Predicted Lineup
France squad planning points toward Maignan in goal behind Kounde, Upamecano, Saliba, and Digne. That back four gives France recovery speed and set-piece size.
Rabiot and Kone are the safest midfield projection while Tchouameni's thigh issue is checked. If Tchouameni is cleared, Deschamps could adjust the double pivot.
Dembele, Olise, and Doue are projected behind Mbappe. Barcola remains a realistic alternative if France want more direct running from the left.
| Position | France Predicted Starter |
|---|---|
| Goalkeeper | Mike Maignan |
| Right Back | Jules Kounde |
| Centre Back | Dayot Upamecano |
| Centre Back | William Saliba |
| Left Back | Lucas Digne |
| Midfield | Adrien Rabiot |
| Midfield | Manu Kone |
| Right Wing | Ousmane Dembele |
| Attacking Midfield | Michael Olise |
| Left Wing | Desire Doue |
| Striker | Kylian Mbappe |
Morocco Predicted Lineup
Morocco squad planning points toward Bounou in goal, with Hakimi and Mazraoui as the full-backs. Chadi Riad is expected to return if fully fit.
El Aynaoui and Bouaddi give Morocco a double pivot with legs and passing range. Ounahi should work higher, where he can link with Brahim Diaz and El Khannouss.
Rahimi is the leading striker projection because Saibari's hamstring issue clouds his availability. El Kaabi remains the main centre-forward alternative.
| Position | Morocco Predicted Starter |
|---|---|
| Goalkeeper | Yassine Bounou |
| Right Back | Achraf Hakimi |
| Centre Back | Issa Diop |
| Centre Back | Chadi Riad |
| Left Back | Noussair Mazraoui |
| Midfield | Neil El Aynaoui |
| Midfield | Ayyoub Bouaddi |
| Right Wing | Brahim Diaz |
| Attacking Midfield | Azzedine Ounahi |
| Left Wing | Bilal El Khannouss |
| Striker | Soufiane Rahimi |
France vs Morocco Team News
France team news centres on Tchouameni's fitness and the left-sided attacking role. Kone, Rabiot, Doue, and Barcola are the main names tied to those calls.
Mbappe is expected to lead the line after deciding the Paraguay match from the penalty spot. Maignan, Saliba, Upamecano, and Kounde form the strongest defensive spine.
Morocco team news centres on Saibari's hamstring and Riad's recovery. Rahimi could start after scoring against Canada, while Riad's return would strengthen the centre-back pairing.
France vs Morocco Lineups Key Battle
The key lineup battle sits on France's left attack against Morocco's right side. Mbappe and Doue can test Hakimi's recovery runs.
Morocco need Hakimi, Diaz, and Ounahi to turn that same flank into an outlet. That route can stop France from pinning Morocco deep.
Midfield control may decide the match rhythm. If Rabiot and Kone win second balls, France can keep Morocco away from fast counters.
| Battle | France Need | Morocco Need |
|---|---|---|
| France left side | Mbappe and Doue to attack early space | Hakimi to defend wide and break quickly |
| Central midfield | Rabiot and Kone to control second balls | El Aynaoui and Bouaddi to protect the back line |
| Penalty box | Mbappe movement around the centre-backs | Bounou command and Riad's aerial defending |
| Transitions | Kounde balance behind Dembele | Diaz and Ounahi to carry the first pass |
France vs Morocco Lineups Tactical Edge
France's predicted XI gives them more individual match-winners in the final third. Olise can connect midfield to Mbappe without forcing every attack wide.
Morocco's predicted XI gives them structure and counter speed. The Atlas Lions need compact distances because France can punish one missed cover run.
Match Details
France vs Morocco is Match 97 and the first World Cup 2026 quarter-final. The winner moves one step from the final.
Track confirmed starters through the France vs Morocco live score before kickoff. The France vs Morocco preview covers the wider tactical picture.
Official lineups should arrive close to kickoff. Until then, every XI remains predicted and can change.
| Match Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Fixture | France vs Morocco |
| Stage | FIFA World Cup 2026 Quarter-final |
| Match Number | 97 |
| Date | Thursday, July 9, 2026 |
| Kickoff | 4:00 PM ET / 1:00 PM PT / 8:00 PM UTC / 9:00 PM Morocco / 10:00 PM France |
| Venue | Boston Stadium, Foxborough |
Frequently Asked Questions
Are France vs Morocco lineups confirmed?
France vs Morocco lineups are not officially confirmed yet. Current XIs remain predicted until matchday team sheets are released.
What is the France predicted lineup vs Morocco?
France's predicted XI is Maignan; Kounde, Upamecano, Saliba, Digne; Rabiot, Kone; Dembele, Olise, Doue; Mbappe.
What is the Morocco predicted lineup vs France?
Morocco's predicted XI is Bounou; Hakimi, Diop, Riad, Mazraoui; El Aynaoui, Bouaddi; Diaz, Ounahi, El Khannouss; Rahimi.
Who is injured for France vs Morocco?
Tchouameni's fitness is a France watch point, while Morocco are monitoring Saibari's hamstring and Riad's recovery. Final updates remain yet to be confirmed.
When will France vs Morocco official lineups be released?
Official France vs Morocco lineups should arrive near kickoff on Thursday, July 9, 2026.
France vs Morocco lineups remain predicted before official team sheets arrive.
France are expected to build around Maignan, Saliba, Rabiot, Dembele, Olise, and Mbappe.
Morocco are expected to lean on Bounou, Hakimi, Ounahi, Diaz, and Rahimi in a compact 4-2-3-1.
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