Quarter-final schedule confirmed for FIFA World Cup 2026

The FIFA World Cup 2026 has reached the quarter-final stage, with eight teams remaining in the race to lift football’s biggest trophy.

Following the conclusion of the Round of 16, France, Morocco, Spain, Belgium, Norway, England, Argentina and Switzerland have secured places in the last eight.

The quarter-finals will be played over the next three days, with the winners advancing to the semi-finals.

One of the most anticipated matches is France against Morocco, a fixture that recalls their memorable semi-final meeting at the 2022 World Cup. Another standout tie will see Spain face Belgium, with both teams expected to bring contrasting styles of play.

Norway will look to Erling Haaland to lead their attack against England, while defending champions Argentina will rely on Lionel Messi as they take on Switzerland.

According to the tournament bracket, the winner of France vs Morocco will face the winner of Spain vs Belgium in the semi-finals. The winner of Norway vs England will meet the winner of Argentina vs Switzerland for the other place in the final.

The semi-finals are scheduled for July 14 and July 15, while the FIFA World Cup 2026 final will be played on July 19 at the New York–New Jersey Stadium.

Quarter-final schedule (Pakistan Standard Time)

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