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France
Morocco
Lineups
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France prepare to host Morocco at the home ground on July 9, 2026, with both sides eager to assert their credentials and claim a result that could define their World Cup season. The spectacle was once again on show ahead of Nice’s Europa League clash with AS Roma on Thursday, but what was supposed to be a display of power and pride quickly turned into a far more comical scene.
Both France and Morocco will be eager to build momentum when they meet in World Cup. France will be keen to seize the initiative and build some momentum on home soil. Morocco will travel with intent, knowing that a positive result here could kick-start their campaign. A young right-back is another position City are interested in adding in, while, in terms of outgoings, goalkeeper James Trafford is close to joining Leeds so will need to be replaced.
The tactical subplot is compelling: France favour a possession-based game built on patience and control, while Morocco are happiest sitting deep and exploding forward on the counter — a classic contrast of philosophies. But this approach also takes something that is almost anonymous in football - time.
Star players on both sides will be eager to make their mark, and the individual duels across the pitch could go a long way to deciding the outcome. Set-piece specialists and aerial threats on both sides mean dead-ball situations could carry outsized importance. There is every reason to believe they will not just stop at just one new forward either.
The market has yet to form a strong view, and the contest looks genuinely difficult to call. Neither side holds a clear edge, and a 1-1 draw would be a fitting reflection of the balance between them. The result at the home ground could resonate well beyond matchday in the World Cup picture. Premier League chief executive Richard Masters says a verdict on the alleged charges against Manchester City "has taken longer than expected".
Spain
Argentina
England
Switzerland
Norway
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