Morocco vs Scotland kicks off at 6:00 PM ET on Friday, 19 June 2026, at Gillette Stadium near Boston.
It is a Group C clash with both sides chasing the knockouts — here is when, where and how to watch.
Date, Time and Venue
This Group C match at the FIFA World Cup 2026 is played at Gillette Stadium in Foxborough, just outside Boston. Here is the kick-off time across the regions Wego readers watch from:
| Location | Kick-Off | Day |
|---|---|---|
| Host (US Eastern) | 6:00 PM | Fri 19 Jun |
| UAE & Oman | 2:00 AM | Sat 20 Jun |
| Saudi, Kuwait, Bahrain, Qatar | 1:00 AM | Sat 20 Jun |
| Pakistan | 3:00 AM | Sat 20 Jun |
| India | 3:30 AM | Sat 20 Jun |
| Bangladesh | 4:00 AM | Sat 20 Jun |
It is a US evening game, so for Gulf and South Asian fans it lands in the early hours of Saturday — set an alarm. For Morocco’s other group games, see our Morocco schedule guide.
What’s at Stake in Group C
The top two teams in each group go through, plus the eight best third-placed sides reach the round of 32. After Matchday 1, Scotland sit top after beating Haiti 1–0, while Morocco drew 1–1 with Brazil.
| Team | Played | W-D-L | Points |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scotland | 1 | 1-0-0 | 3 |
| Morocco | 1 | 0-1-0 | 1 |
| Brazil | 1 | 0-1-0 | 1 |
| Haiti | 1 | 0-0-1 | 0 |
A win would lift Scotland to six points and put them on the brink of a first-ever World Cup knockout place. Morocco, who still meet Haiti next, need three points to take control rather than rely on other results.
Atlas Lions vs Returning Scots
Morocco are the favourites on paper. They reached the semi-finals at Qatar 2022 — the first African and Arab nation ever to go that deep — and arrive as one of the tournament’s most respected sides. Scotland are back at the World Cup for the first time since 1998, a returning name among the 48 teams in the expanded field, and have never gone beyond the group stage.
The two have met only once at a World Cup, and it is a painful memory for Scotland: Morocco won 3–0 in Saint-Étienne on 23 June 1998 — the very match that sent Scotland home and began their 28-year wait. Beating Haiti 1–0 this time has given the Scots fresh belief.
What to watch:
- Morocco’s experienced, well-drilled defence against Scotland’s energy and set pieces.
- Whether Scotland can finally convert a strong start into a result against a top side.
- Morocco’s response after only drawing their opener with Brazil.
How to Watch Live
The match is available on free-to-air channels and paid streaming across our readers’ regions. Here is where to find the local broadcast and confirm your kick-off time:
Gulf
- UAE: where to watch in the UAE · UAE kick-off times
- Saudi Arabia: where to watch in Saudi Arabia · Saudi kick-off times
South Asia
- India: where to watch in India · India kick-off times
- Pakistan: where to watch in Pakistan · Pakistan kick-off times
Morocco fans can also check our guide to watching the World Cup for free in Morocco.
Tickets, Stadium and Travel
Tickets are sold through FIFA’s official platform only — see our World Cup 2026 tickets guide for prices and how to buy safely.
Gillette Stadium sits in Foxborough, around 22 miles southwest of Boston. On match days the commuter rail runs special event trains to Foxboro station, right beside the stadium, from Boston’s South Station. Our US transport guide covers getting around every host city.
Flying in? Compare flights to Boston (BOS) and find hotels in Boston, or browse our US World Cup hotels guide for stays near every stadium.
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is Morocco vs Scotland in the UAE and Saudi Arabia?
Kick-off is 2:00 AM in the UAE and Oman, and 1:00 AM in Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, Bahrain and Qatar — both in the early hours of Saturday, 20 June 2026.
Where is the match being played?
At Gillette Stadium in Foxborough, Massachusetts, just outside Boston, kicking off at 6:00 PM US Eastern Time on Friday, 19 June 2026.
Have Morocco and Scotland met at a World Cup before?
Yes, once — Morocco beat Scotland 3–0 at the 1998 World Cup in France, which was Scotland’s last World Cup appearance until 2026.
What does Scotland need from this match?
A win would take Scotland to six points and close to a first-ever World Cup knockout place. A draw still keeps them well placed before facing Brazil.
Sources
- FIFA — official 2026 World Cup match centre and schedule
- 2026 FIFA World Cup Group C — standings and results
- 1998 FIFA World Cup Group A — Morocco 3–0 Scotland, 23 June 1998
Match details, kick-off times and standings are accurate at the time of writing and may change. Always confirm fixtures and broadcast information with official sources before travelling or tuning in.
