The 2026 FIFA World Cup is heating up as the quarterfinal stage delivers drama, upsets, and world-class football across the United States. With France and Spain already booking their semifinal spots, all eyes turn to Saturday’s blockbuster double-header featuring Norway vs England in Miami and Argentina vs Switzerland in Kansas City.
Quarterfinal Results So Far
France 2-0 Morocco (July 9 — Foxborough, MA)
France became the first team through to the semifinals with a confident 2-0 victory over Morocco at Gillette Stadium. Kylian Mbappé opened the scoring in the first half before Ousmane Dembélé doubled the lead after the break. The reigning 2022 runner-up has looked imperious throughout the tournament and remains one of the clear favorites to lift the trophy on July 19 at MetLife Stadium.
Spain 2-1 Belgium (July 10 — Inglewood, CA)
Spain came from behind to edge past a dangerous Belgium side at SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles. Belgium, who demolished the United States 4-1 in the Round of 16, took the lead through Kevin De Bruyne in the first half. But La Roja responded with a stunning equalizer from teenage sensation Lamine Yamal before substitute Mikel Merino struck the winner late in the second half. Spain will now face France in a heavyweight semifinal clash on July 14 in Dallas.
Saturday July 11: The Big Day
Norway vs England — 5:00 PM ET (Hard Rock Stadium, Miami)
This is perhaps the most intriguing matchup of the quarterfinals. Norway produced the shock of the tournament by eliminating five-time champions Brazil 2-1 in the Round of 16, with Erling Haaland scoring a brilliant brace. England, meanwhile, survived a tense 3-2 battle against co-host Mexico, with captain Harry Kane scoring twice. This clash pits two of the world’s deadliest strikers — Haaland vs Kane — against each other in what promises to be a goal-filled thriller. Norway is chasing its first ever World Cup semifinal appearance, while England looks to go one better than their 2018 semifinal run.
Argentina vs Switzerland — 9:00 PM ET (Arrowhead Stadium, Kansas City)
The reigning world champions face a resilient Switzerland side in the nightcap. Argentina produced the comeback of the tournament in the Round of 16, trailing Egypt 2-0 with just ten minutes remaining before scoring three times to win 3-2. Lionel Messi was among the goalscorers and now sits atop the Golden Boot race. Switzerland booked their spot the hard way, grinding past Colombia on penalties after a goalless 120 minutes. Argentina enters as heavy favorites, but Switzerland has proven time and again that they can frustrate even the best teams in knockout football.
Key Storylines
- Haaland vs Kane: Two of the world’s best strikers go head-to-head in Miami. Both are in red-hot form with multiple World Cup goals.
- Messi’s Farewell? This could be Lionel Messi’s last World Cup. The 39-year-old legend is still producing magic moments on the biggest stage.
- France-Spain Semifinal: A mouthwatering European heavyweight clash is already set for July 14 in Dallas.
- All Three Co-Hosts Eliminated: USA, Canada, and Mexico all exited in the Round of 16, leaving the tournament without a North American team in the quarterfinals for the first time.
Semifinal Schedule
- Semifinal 1: France vs Spain — July 14, Dallas (AT&T Stadium)
- Semifinal 2: Winner of Norway/England vs Winner of Argentina/Switzerland — July 15, Atlanta (Mercedes-Benz Stadium)
FAQ
Where can I watch the World Cup 2026 quarterfinals?
All matches are broadcast live on FOX (English) and Telemundo (Spanish) in the United States, and streamed on Fubo.
Who are the favorites to win the World Cup now?
France and Argentina remain the bookmakers’ favorites, with Spain close behind. Norway is considered the dark horse after eliminating Brazil.
What happens if a quarterfinal match is tied after 90 minutes?
The match goes to 30 minutes of extra time. If still tied, a penalty shootout decides the winner. There are no replays.
When and where is the 2026 World Cup Final?
The Final will be played on Sunday, July 19, 2026, at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey.
Which major teams have already been eliminated?
Brazil, Portugal, Germany, Netherlands, and all three co-hosts (USA, Canada, Mexico) have been eliminated.
Upcoming World Cup 2026 Schedule
| Date | Round | Match | Venue | Time (ET) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sat, Jul 11 | Quarterfinal | Norway vs England | Hard Rock Stadium, Miami | 5:00 PM |
| Sat, Jul 11 | Quarterfinal | Argentina vs Switzerland | Arrowhead Stadium, KC | 9:00 PM |
| Tue, Jul 14 | Semifinal | France vs Spain | AT&T Stadium, Dallas | 8:00 PM |
| Wed, Jul 15 | Semifinal | TBD vs TBD | Mercedes-Benz, Atlanta | 8:00 PM |
| Sun, Jul 19 | Final | Winner SF1 vs Winner SF2 | MetLife Stadium, NJ | 3:00 PM |