Morocco and France advance to World Cup 2026 quarter-finals
The Guardian Sport • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 5, 2026, 6:25 AM
Last updated Jul 5, 2026
Morocco and France both secured their places in the quarter-finals of the 2026 FIFA World Cup after their matches on July 5. France emerged victorious over Paraguay with a 1-0 score, aided by Kylian Mbappe's penalty. Meanwhile, Morocco eliminated co-hosts Canada with a 3-0 victory. The quarter-final match between Morocco and France is set for July 6 at 21:00 BST. England will face Mexico later on July 6 at the Azteca, with heightened security measures in place.
- •France beat Paraguay 1-0 with a penalty from Kylian Mbappe.
- •Morocco eliminated Canada, winning 3-0.
- •The Morocco vs. France match takes place on July 6 at 21:00 BST.
- •England is scheduled to play Mexico on July 6 at the Azteca.
- 7:16 AMThe Guardian Sport — World Cup 2026: Mexico v England build-up, France battle past Paraguay, Morocco march on – live
- 6:25 AMYahoo Sports — World Cup 2026: Morocco & France set up quarter-final tie before England play Mexico
"⚽ All the latest news and reaction from the World Cup ⚽ Player guide | Bracketology | Knockout draw | Email us Let’s start with Paul MacInnes’ match report from a hot and sweaty Philadelphia Stadium. The 1-0 win for France was a repeat of the scoreline from their last-16 tie in 1998 and we all know how that World Cup ended. “The World Cup favourites were forced to drop a gear or two but still had too much for a Paraguay team that set out for a fight but were ultimately no more than a nuisance.” Continue reading...
"Watch highlights and get reaction as France and Morocco book their places in the quarter-finals of the 2026 Fifa World Cup.
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External links- The Guardian SportJul 5, 2026, 7:16 AMWorld Cup 2026: Mexico v England build-up, France battle past Paraguay, Morocco march on – live
⚽ All the latest news and reaction from the World Cup ⚽ Player guide | Bracketology | Knockout draw | Email us Let’s start with Paul MacInnes’ match report from a hot and sweaty Philadelphia Stadium. The 1-0 win for France was a repeat of the scoreline from their last-16 tie in 1998 and we all know how that World Cup ended. “The World Cup favourites were forced to drop a gear or two but still had too much for a Paraguay team that set out for a fight but were ultimately no more than a nuisance.” Continue reading...
- Yahoo SportsJul 5, 2026, 6:25 AMWorld 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.
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