The road to the 2026 FIFA World Cup semi-finals has been set following the confirmation of the tournament’s quarter-final fixtures, with eight teams left battling for a place in the last four.
The quarter-final stage gets underway on Thursday, July 9, as France take on Morocco in a repeat of their memorable 2022 World Cup semi-final in Qatar. France emerged 2-0 winners on that occasion en route to the final, but Morocco will be determined to produce a different outcome this time as they continue their rise among world football’s elite.
The action continues on July 10 with an all-European showdown between Spain and Belgium. Both nations have impressed with their attacking style and technical quality throughout the tournament, making the fixture one of the most anticipated clashes of the quarter-finals.
On July 11, Norway will look to extend their impressive World Cup run when they face England. The English side, combining experienced campaigners with exciting young talent, remain among the favourites to lift the trophy.
The final quarter-final will be played on July 12, with defending champions Argentina taking on Switzerland for the last available place in the semi-finals.
With only three wins separating the remaining teams from World Cup glory, every fixture carries enormous significance as the competition enters its decisive stage.
The conclusion of the quarter-finals will leave just four teams standing, setting the stage for what promises to be a thrilling run to the 2026 FIFA World Cup final.
2026 FIFA World Cup quarter-final fixtures:
- France vs Morocco July 9, 20:00 GMT Spain vs Belgium July 10, 19:00 GMT Norway vs England July 11, 21:00 GMT Argentina vs Switzerland July 12, 01:00 GMT
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