Africa’s Last Team Standing, Morocco, in Make or Mar Clash with Favourites France
Duro Ikhazuagbe
The first quarterfinal fixture of the 2026 FIFA World Cup between France and Morocco in Boston tonight presents a perfect chance for the Atlas Lions to get their revenge against Les Bleus.
The two teams are part of the six European sides plus one each from Africa and South America remaining in this tournament that started the new 48-team format introduced by FIFA at this edition.
Four years ago in Qatar, France stopped Morocco’s fairytale run in the semifinal stage. Despite the defeat, the Atlas Lions were celebrated by the whole of Africa for making the continent proud. It was the first time an African team will reach the Last 4 stage.
