FIFA World Cup 2026 Quarter-Final Fixtures Confirmed: Argentina, France, England and Spain Chase Semi-Final Spots
The FIFA World Cup 2026 has reached the quarter-final stage, with eight nations set to battle for a place in the semi-finals of football’s biggest tournament.
Defending champions Argentina and tournament favourites France remain in contention, while England, Spain, Belgium, Norway, Morocco, and Switzerland complete the final eight.
England booked their place in the quarter-finals after a dramatic 3-2 victory over Mexico at the Azteca Stadium. The Three Lions will now face Norway, led by star striker Erling Haaland. Despite England entering the match as favourites, Norway have impressed throughout the tournament with victories over Senegal, Ivory Coast, and Brazil.
France will renew their rivalry with Morocco, the team they defeated in the 2022 FIFA World Cup semi-finals in Qatar. Les Bleus will be aiming to secure another victory, but Morocco have once again demonstrated their ability to challenge the world’s top teams.
Meanwhile, Belgium advanced after a convincing victory over the United States and will face Spain, who edged past Portugal in a closely contested Round of 16 encounter.
Defending champions Argentina secured a dramatic 3-2 comeback victory over Egypt, scoring three second-half goals to progress. Lionel Messi’s side will now meet Switzerland, who reached the quarter-finals after defeating Colombia in a penalty shootout.
FIFA World Cup 2026 Quarter-Final Fixtures
| Match | Date | Venue |
| France vs Morocco | Thursday, July 9 | Foxborough, Massachusetts |
| Spain vs Belgium | Friday, July 10 | Los Angeles, California |
| Norway vs England | Saturday, July 11 | Miami, Florida |
| Argentina vs Switzerland | Sunday, July 12 | Kansas City, Missouri |
The winners of the four quarter-final matches will advance to the FIFA World Cup 2026 semi-finals as the race for the world title enters its decisive stage.
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