The 2026 World Cup quarterfinals will take place from July 9 to 12 across the United States, pitting eight nations against each other after a round of 16 marked by late goals, red cards, and penalty shootouts.
Spain edged Portugal 1-0 on a 91st-minute strike by Mikel Merino, extending a run of six matches without conceding. Belgium routed the United States 4-1, while France defeated Paraguay 1-0 via a Kylian Mbappé penalty. Morocco beat Canada 3-0 and Norway stunned Brazil 2-1 behind an Erling Haaland double. England overcame Mexico 3-2 despite a red card, Argentina rallied from two goals down to beat Egypt 3-2, and Switzerland eliminated Colombia on penalties.
The quarterfinal ties are: France vs. Morocco on July 9, Spain vs. Belgium on July 10, Norway vs. England on July 11, and Argentina vs. Switzerland on July 12. The final is scheduled for July 19 at MetLife Stadium in New York.