World Cup 2026 Quarterfinals: France Advance, Spain Face Belgium in Today’s Blockbuster
The FIFA World Cup 2026 is heating up as the quarterfinal stage delivers edge-of-your-seat action across the United States. With France already booking their semifinal spot, all eyes turn to SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles today, where Spain take on Belgium in a massive European showdown.
France Cruise Past Morocco 2-0
Kylian Mbappé was the star of the show on Thursday as France defeated Morocco 2-0 at Gillette Stadium in Foxborough, Massachusetts. Despite missing a first-half penalty, the French captain responded in spectacular fashion — scoring one goal and setting up another for Ousmane Dembélé to seal the win.
France now advance to their third consecutive World Cup semifinal, continuing their dominance on the global stage. They will face the winner of Spain vs Belgium in Dallas on July 14.
Spain vs Belgium: A Clash of European Titans
Today’s quarterfinal at SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles (3:00 PM ET) pits two of Europe’s finest against each other. Spain, the reigning European champions, have been rock-solid defensively — they are the only team yet to concede a goal in this tournament, boasting a record six consecutive World Cup clean sheets.
Luis de la Fuente’s side knocked out Portugal in the Round of 16 thanks to a late Mikel Merino winner, and they carry momentum from an unbeaten knockout record under their current manager. Key players Lamine Yamal and Mikel Oyarzabal are expected to lead the attack.
Belgium, meanwhile, have staged a remarkable revival after their group-stage exit at Qatar 2022. Rudi Garcia’s side are unbeaten in 18 matches and emphatically ended USA’s hopes with a stunning 4-1 victory in the Round of 16. Charles De Ketelaere scored twice in that match, while Romelu Lukaku continues to make an impact off the bench.
The big question is whether Kevin De Bruyne returns to the starting XI after being dropped against the USA. Belgium will also have to cope without midfielder Amadou Onana, who suffered an ACL injury.
What’s Still to Come
The quarterfinal action continues on Saturday, July 11 with a mouthwatering double-header:
- Norway vs England — 5:00 PM ET at Hard Rock Stadium, Miami. Erling Haaland vs Harry Kane in a generational striker showdown.
- Argentina vs Colombia — 9:00 PM ET at Arrowhead Stadium, Kansas City. Lionel Messi’s Argentina look to defend their crown against a dangerous Colombian side.
The semifinals are set for July 14 (Dallas) and July 15 (Atlanta), with the Final taking place on July 19 at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey.
FAQ
Who has scored the most goals at World Cup 2026 so far?
Multiple players are in contention for the Golden Boot, with Romelu Lukaku (Belgium) and Ismael Saibari (Morocco) among the top scorers. Saibari notably scored in every group game before Morocco’s exit.
Where can I watch the World Cup 2026 quarterfinals in the US?
Matches air on FOX and FS1 (English) and Telemundo and Universo (Spanish). Streaming is available via the FOX Sports app and Peacock for Spanish-language coverage.
Upcoming World Cup 2026 Schedule
| Date | Match | Time (ET) | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|
| July 10 | Spain vs Belgium (QF) | 3:00 PM | SoFi Stadium, Los Angeles |
| July 11 | Norway vs England (QF) | 5:00 PM | Hard Rock Stadium, Miami |
| July 11 | Argentina vs Colombia (QF) | 9:00 PM | Arrowhead Stadium, Kansas City |
| July 14 | Semifinal 1 | TBD | AT&T Stadium, Dallas |
| July 15 | Semifinal 2 | TBD | Mercedes-Benz Stadium, Atlanta |
| July 19 | FINAL | TBD | MetLife Stadium, New Jersey |
Which team will lift the trophy on July 19? With France looking formidable, Spain unbeatable at the back, Belgium on a resurgence, and Argentina defending their crown — this World Cup is wide open.