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Morocco is leveraging a rising World Cup profile and a major stadium-building push to press its case for hosting the 2030 final (as part of a Spain-Portugal-Morocco bid), while navigating domestic protests over spent on football infrastructure and a web of related football-political stories including Hakimi’s legal case and Mbappé’s racism controversy.
France, undefeated so far and led by Mbappé, clash with Morocco in the tournament’s opening 2026 quarterfinal in Foxborough. Morocco are without Ismael Saibari due to a hamstring injury and will deploy Brahim Díaz as a false nine, while captain Hakimi anchors the side and breakout teen Bouaddi shines in midfield—a Qatar 2022 semifinal rematch that could extend France’s perfect run or fuel another Moroccan upset.
France enter the World Cup 2026 quarterfinals as favorites against Morocco according to Opta’s simulations (about 61.7% win odds for France, 16.2% for Morocco, 22.1% for a draw leading to extra time), with kickoff on Thursday July 9 in Boston; the matchup rekindles the Mbappe–Hakimi friendship on opposing teams while Morocco chase a historic run after 2022, and the article also touches on other World Cup headlines from a high-profile halftime show to unrelated financial and visa matters tied to football.
France survived a brutal, heat-soaked 1-0 win over Paraguay to reach the World Cup quarterfinals and now face a tougher test against Morocco in Boston, where the Atlas Lions’ speed and ball work will test Les Bleus’ discipline and endurance, with potential injuries and refereeing decisions shaping the next battle.
In Atlanta, a dramatic World Cup 2026 Group C clash ended 3-2 to Morocco after a late Rahimi goal, with Haiti taking the lead through Joseph before Hakimi equalized, Isidor volleyed a stunning strike to put Haiti ahead again, Saibari equalized on the half-time stoppage, and Rahimi sealed the comeback in the 78th minute as about 68,000 spectators watched.
Morocco came from behind twice to draw 2-2 with Haiti in Group C at the World Cup, with Hakimi levelling after Haiti’s opener, Isidor briefly putting Haiti back in front, and Ismael Saibari firing a late equalizer for Morocco. The result, in Atlanta, leaves Brazil on top and Morocco in second as the group heads toward the final fixtures.
A French appeals court confirmed that Morocco and Paris Saint‑Germain star Achraf Hakimi will stand trial on rape charges after prosecutors urged a trial following an investigation; Hakimi denies the accusations, saying fame has made him an easy target, and no trial date has been set yet. The case dates to a 2023 allegation involving a woman at Hakimi’s Paris-area home, and he remains active with Morocco at the World Cup while the proceedings continue.
Ismael Saibari's 69-second goal gave Morocco a 1-0 win over Scotland in Boston, strengthening their grip on a World Cup knockout berth while Hakimi was loudly booed amid rape-trial news. Scotland pressed after the break but couldn’t find an equaliser (a McGinn penalty shout was waved away). Morocco lead Group C on four points, with Scotland on three as Brazil and Haiti await. The Athletic model puts Morocco's chances of advancing at over 99%, and Scotland could still reach the last 16 even with a loss to Brazil, about 72%.
France's court confirmed that PSG forward Achraf Hakimi will stand trial for rape; he denies the charges and awaits a trial date, following a 2023 complaint by a woman who met him online.
The article surveys several World Cup controversies, including a reported scuffle between Canadian players and Qatar, Morocco star Achraf Hakimi’s impending rape trial, and ongoing visa and eligibility disputes that have complicated teams’ participation and spotlighted off‑field legal and administrative tensions surrounding the tournament.
France's appeals court has confirmed that Moroccan football star Achraf Hakimi will stand trial on rape charges.
French prosecutors confirmed that Morocco captain Achraf Hakimi will stand trial in a 2023 rape case, with an investigating judge ordering proceedings for February 2026 and the exact date yet to be set; Hakimi denies the charges and says he looks forward to speaking in court.
Paris Saint-Germain vice-captain Achraf Hakimi is set to stand trial for rape stemming from a 2023 allegation; he denies the charges and prosecutors in Nanterre ordered the proceeding, with Hakimi also serving as Morocco’s captain.
Paris Saint-Germain defender Achraf Hakimi has been ordered to stand trial over a rape accusation dating from 2023 in Paris; he denies the charges, no trial date has been set, and the case is being handled by the Nanterre prosecutor's office.