France open their 2026 World Cup against Senegal on June 16, the start of a Group I that also features Iraq and Norway. Here is France’s full schedule, how to watch every match, and what to know about the group.
France at the 2026 World Cup
Knockouts: France finished fourth, eliminated in the Semifinals and losing the Third-Place Match 6-4 to England. See the full 2026 World Cup knockout bracket.
France arrive as the 2022 runners-up and two-time champions, drawn in Group I with Senegal, Iraq, and Norway. Coached by Didier Deschamps and led by Kylian Mbappe, Les Bleus open in the New York area before stops in Philadelphia and Boston. The group closes with a France against Norway match that could decide the top spot, pitting Mbappe against Erling Haaland. For the official squad and team news, see the official FIFA World Cup site.
France 2026 World Cup Schedule
France won Group I with a perfect record, then advanced through the knockout rounds without conceding much. Here is every France match with the result.
| Date (ET) | Match | Result |
|---|---|---|
| Tue, Jun 16 | France vs Senegal | W 3-1 |
| Mon, Jun 22 | France vs Iraq | W 3-0 |
| Fri, Jun 26 | France vs Norway | W 4-1 |
| Tue, Jun 30 | Round of 32: France vs Sweden | W 3-0 |
| Sat, Jul 4 | Round of 16: France vs Paraguay | W 1-0 |
| Thu, Jul 9 | Quarterfinal: France vs Morocco | 4:00 PM ET |
For every kickoff in your time zone, grab the printable World Cup schedule in Eastern Time or Pacific Time.
How to Watch France vs Morocco
France meet Morocco in the quarterfinals on Thursday, July 9, 2026 at 4:00 PM ET at Gillette Stadium near Boston. In the United States the match airs on FOX in English and on Telemundo and Peacock in Spanish, with streaming on the FOX Sports app and Tubi. It is a rematch of the 2022 semifinal, which France won on the way to the final, and France carry a five-match winning streak led by Kylian Mbappe.
More 2026 World Cup Resources
- 2026 France World Cup Schedule and Printable
- 2026 France World Cup Roster
- 2026 FIFA World Cup Hub: Groups, Bracket, and Schedule
- 2026 World Cup Bracket With Groups Filled In (Printable PDF)
- 2026 FIFA World Cup Standings
France 2026 World Cup FAQ
What group is France in at the 2026 World Cup?
France are in Group I with Senegal, Iraq, and Norway.
When is France’s first 2026 World Cup game?
Tuesday, June 16, 2026, against Senegal at MetLife Stadium in the New York area, at 3:00 PM ET.
What channel is France vs Senegal on?
FOX in English and Telemundo in Spanish, with streaming on the FOX Sports app and FOX One.
How many World Cups has France won?
Two, in 1998 and 2018. France were also the runners-up in 2022.
