The 2026 FIFA World Cup enters its quarterfinal stage this week, with eight teams remaining in contention for football’s biggest prize following a dramatic Round of 16. The quarterfinals will be played across four stadiums in the United States from July 9 to July 11, featuring France, Morocco, Spain, Belgium, Norway, England, Argentina and Switzerland.
The matches begin on Thursday, July 9, as France takes on Morocco at Boston Stadium. France secured its place in the last eight with a narrow 1-0 victory over Paraguay, while Morocco booked its quarterfinal spot with a commanding 3-0 win over Canada. Kickoff is scheduled for 4 p.m. local time (20:00 GMT).
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Spain and Belgium meet on Friday, July 10, at Los Angeles Stadium in another highly anticipated European clash. Spain advanced after defeating Portugal 1-0, while Belgium produced one of the most convincing performances of the Round of 16, defeating the United States 4-1. The match kicks off at noon local time (19:00 GMT).
Saturday features two quarterfinal encounters. Norway, fresh off a stunning 2-1 victory over five-time champions Brazil, faces England at Miami Stadium at 5 p.m. local time (21:00 GMT). England earned its place after a thrilling 3-2 win over co-host Mexico.
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Later, on Saturday, defending champions Argentina take on Switzerland at Kansas City Stadium in the final quarterfinal. Argentina advanced with a dramatic 3-2 victory over Egypt, while Switzerland reached the last eight after defeating Colombia 4-3 in a penalty shootout following a goalless draw. The match begins at 8 p.m. local time (01:00 GMT on Sunday).
The four winners will advance to the semifinals as the race to lift the FIFA World Cup trophy enters its decisive stages.