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FIFA World Cup 2026 Quarterfinals Confirmed: Full Schedule, Fixtures, Venues and Semifinal Bracket

The FIFA World Cup 2026 has approached the most thrilling period of the series. The quarterfinal matches have been confirmed following the round of 16 matches. Countries like France, Belgium, Argentina, Spain, Norway, Morocco, Switzerland and England have qualified for the quarterfinal matches. The quarterfinal matches are expected to provide great entertainment to sporting fans across the globe.

FIFA World Cup 2026 Quarterfinal Bracket Confirmed

As the Round of 16 concluded with the exciting matches, Argentina survived the late scare form Egypt, and Switzerland advanced after a dominant win against Colombia. Spain’s one-goal victory against Portugal, France tough win against Paraguay, Morocco’s dominant win against Canada, the official Quarterfinal fixtures are now confirmed.

France vs Morocco

It is the clash between 2022 World Cup semifinal repeat fixture, will be one of the most exciting matches of the tournament. Morocco once again tries to create an upset after eliminating France’s star-studded team.

Spain vs Belgium

Spain’s possession-based football will be tested against the Belgium’s experienced and clinical attacking lineup. This fixture is also expected to be one of the most tactically contests of the tournament.

Norway vs England

Norway’s golden generation, led by Erling Haaland, will face England which is packed with world-class talent including Harry Kane and Jude Bellingham. Both teams want to enter into the semifinals of the World Cup.

Argentina vs Switzerland

Defending champions Argentina will continue their title defense after the dramatic Round of 16 win. Led by Argentine captain Lionel Messi, they will now take on the Swiss side which has already shown remarkable defensive discipline throughout the tournament.

FIFA World Cup 2026 Quarterfinal Schedule (IST)

The quarterfinal matches will be played between July 10th to July 12th, 2026.

Date Match Venue Time (IST)
Friday, July 10 France vs Morocco Boston Stadium 1:30 AM
Saturday, July 11 Spain vs Belgium Los Angeles Stadium 12:30 AM
Sunday, July 12 Norway vs England Miami Stadium 2:30 AM
Sunday, July 12 Argentina vs Switzerland Kansas City Stadium 6:30 AM

Road to the FIFA World Cup 2026 Final

The quarterfinal winners will head into two high-stakes semifinal round.

On one side of the bracket, the winner of France vs Morocco will face the winner of the Spain vs Belgium.

On the opposite side, the winner of Norway vs England will meet the winner of the Argentina vs Switzerland.

FIFA World Cup 2026 Semifinal Schedule

  • First Semifinal: Wednesday, July 15, 2026 – 4:30 AM IST – Dallas Stadium
  • Second Semifinal: Thursday, July 16, 2026 – 4:30 AM IST – Atlanta Stadium

These matches will determine the two finalists competing for football’s most prestigious trophy.

Teams Which Are Still Alive in FIFA World Cup 2026

After starting with the expanded format in which total 48 nations participated, only eight remain and they are,

  • Argentina
  • France
  • Spain
  • Belgium
  • England
  • Norway
  • Morocco
  • Switzerland

Each team has overcome the group stage and knockout pressure to stay alive in the competition, set the stage for the intense finish to the tournament.

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