The Royal Moroccan Football Federation (FRMF) has confirmed that the Moroccan national team will face France in an international friendly match in September 2026. The match is scheduled as a key preparatory fixture for both teams ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, which will be hosted across Canada, Mexico, and the United States.
The encounter will be a high-profile test for Morocco, who made history by reaching the semi-finals in the 2022 World Cup in Qatar. France, the 2018 World Cup champions and 2022 runners-up, represents a top-tier opponent for the Atlas Lions. The exact date and venue for the match are expected to be announced in the coming months.
This friendly is part of a strategic preparation plan for Morocco, who qualified for the 2026 tournament by finishing top of their group in the CAF qualifiers. Facing a European powerhouse like France provides valuable experience against a style of play they may encounter in the later stages of the World Cup.
The match renews a competitive history between the two nations. They last met in the semi-finals of the 2022 World Cup, where France secured a 2-0 victory. The upcoming friendly offers Morocco an opportunity for a different outcome in a less pressurized setting.
