FIFA World Cup 2026 Quarterfinals: Schedule, Teams, Bracket and Results
The World Cup 2026 quarterfinals are complete, and France, Spain, England and Argentina are through to the semifinals. This page has the final scores, the updated bracket, and how each of the last four booked their place.
France beat Morocco 2-0, Spain edged Belgium 2-1, England needed extra time to see off Norway 2-1, and Argentina came from behind to beat Switzerland 3-1 after extra time.
Two of the four ties went to extra time, and from here every match is win-or-go-home. Next up are France vs Spain and Argentina vs England, with the Final on July 19 at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey.
Quick facts about the World Cup 2026 quarterfinals:
- Result: France, Spain, England and Argentina advance to the semifinals
- Played: July 9 to 11, 2026, four matches in Boston, Los Angeles, Miami and Kansas City
- Format: single elimination, with two ties decided in extra time
- Semifinals: France vs Spain (July 14, Dallas) and Argentina vs England (July 15, Atlanta)
- Where to watch in the US: FOX and FS1 in English, Telemundo and Universo in Spanish
Last updated: July 11, 2026
World Cup 2026 Quarterfinals Full Schedule
The quarterfinals ran across three days. Boston opened the round on Thursday, Los Angeles followed on Friday, and Miami and Kansas City closed it with a Saturday double-header. Every match was played in the United States, and all times below are Eastern Time (ET).
| Match | Date | Fixture | Time (ET) | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| M97 | Thu, Jul 9 | France vs Morocco | 4:00 PM | Boston Stadium (Gillette), Foxborough |
| M98 | Fri, Jul 10 | Spain vs Belgium | 3:00 PM | Los Angeles Stadium (SoFi), Inglewood |
| M99 | Sat, Jul 11 | Norway vs England | 5:00 PM | Miami Stadium (Hard Rock), Miami Gardens |
| M100 | Sat, Jul 11 | Argentina vs Switzerland | 9:00 PM | Kansas City Stadium (Arrowhead), Kansas City |
FIFA lists each stadium under its official tournament name, so you will see the World Cup name next to the one you know. The M-codes are FIFA match numbers set by bracket position, not playing order.
For the full road to the Final, see the World Cup 2026 schedule.
World Cup 2026 Quarterfinals Bracket (Latest Update)
The World Cup 2026 quarterfinals bracket is settled. France, Spain, England and Argentina came through the last eight, and the draw now splits into two semifinals on the road to the Final.
Follow every score and matchup in the interactive bracket below, updated through the quarterfinals and into the semifinals.
Want to map the rest of the knockout run yourself? Download a free printable blank bracket and pencil in your picks.
The top half sends France (M97) against Spain (M98) in the first semifinal on July 14 in Dallas, while the bottom half pairs England (M99) with Argentina (M100) in the second semifinal on July 15 in Atlanta.
The two winners contest the Final on July 19 at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey.
World Cup 2026 Quarterfinals Results
All four quarterfinals are settled. France were the most comfortable winners, while England and Argentina both needed extra time. Knockout ties cannot end level: 30 minutes of extra time follows a draw, then a penalty shootout if still tied.
| Match | Date | Result | Advances To |
|---|---|---|---|
| M97 | Thu, Jul 9 | France 2-0 Morocco | Semifinal 1 (Dallas) |
| M98 | Fri, Jul 10 | Spain 2-1 Belgium | Semifinal 1 (Dallas) |
| M99 | Sat, Jul 11 | England 2-1 Norway (AET) | Semifinal 2 (Atlanta) |
| M100 | Sat, Jul 11 | Argentina 3-1 Switzerland (AET) | Semifinal 2 (Atlanta) |
Kylian Mbappe scored again as France repeated their 2-0 win over Morocco from 2022, Mikel Merino’s second-half strike edged Belgium, and Jude Bellingham’s extra-time goal, his sixth of the tournament, sank Norway. In Kansas City, Lionel Messi set up Alexis Mac Allister before late goals from Julian Alvarez and Lautaro Martinez saw Argentina past Switzerland.
Where to Watch the World Cup 2026 Quarterfinals
Every World Cup 2026 quarterfinal aired on FOX and FS1 in English and on Telemundo and Universo in Spanish, and the semifinals continue on the same networks. The FOX Sports app streams the English coverage, and Peacock carries the Spanish stream.
Next up, France vs Spain kicks off the semifinals on July 14 in Dallas, followed by Argentina vs England on July 15 in Atlanta. Outside the US, times shift with your zone: a 3:00 PM ET start is 8:00 PM in London and 9:00 PM across much of Central Europe.
FAQ About World Cup 2026 Quarterfinals
Who won the World Cup 2026 quarterfinals?
France beat Morocco 2-0, Spain beat Belgium 2-1, England beat Norway 2-1 after extra time, and Argentina beat Switzerland 3-1 after extra time. Those four winners, France, Spain, England and Argentina, advanced to the semifinals.
Who are the World Cup 2026 semifinalists?
The four semifinalists are France, Spain, England and Argentina. France play Spain on July 14 in Dallas, and Argentina play England on July 15 in Atlanta, with the two winners meeting in the Final on July 19 at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey.
How many teams reach the World Cup 2026 quarterfinals?
Eight teams reach the quarterfinals. The Round of 16 narrows the last 16 down to eight, and those eight are split into four ties, coded M97 to M100. The four winners advance to the semifinals, while the four losers are eliminated and finish among the tournament’s top eight.
What is the difference between the Round of 16 and the quarterfinals?
The Round of 16 is the stage of the last 16 teams; the quarterfinals are the next stage, the last eight. Winning a Round of 16 match sends a team into the quarterfinals, and winning a quarterfinal sends it to the semifinals. Both are single-elimination, so one loss ends the run.
Did any host nation reach the World Cup 2026 quarterfinals?
No. All three co-hosts were knocked out in the Round of 16. Belgium beat the United States 4-1, England edged Mexico 3-2, and Morocco knocked out Canada, so none of the co-hosts reached the last eight.
Do the World Cup 2026 quarterfinals use VAR?
Yes. Every knockout match uses video assistant referees to review goals, penalties, red cards and mistaken identity. The 2026 tournament also uses semi-automated offside technology and the connected Trionda match ball, which together help officials make faster, more accurate offside and goal-line calls.
Who reached the semifinals at the last World Cup?
At the 2022 World Cup, the four semifinalists were Argentina, France, Croatia and Morocco. Argentina went on to win the title, beating France in the final. Morocco’s run made history, as they became the first African nation to reach a World Cup semifinal.
The World Cup 2026 quarterfinals delivered two extra-time thrillers and sent France, Spain, England and Argentina into the semifinals, cutting the biggest World Cup ever down to its final four.
France vs Spain on July 14 in Dallas and Argentina vs England on July 15 in Atlanta now decide who plays for the title.
Keep this page handy for the road to the Final on July 19 at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey.
