World Cup Quarter-Finals 2026: Dates, Times, TV and Odds
Four matches, three days, and the World Cup field cut from eight to four. The quarter-finals run from 9 to 11 July, spread across four US stadiums from Boston to Kansas City. Every kickoff time, venue and broadcast option you need is in the schedule table below before anything else.
France and Spain enter as the heaviest favorites, and the odds point toward a potential semi-final line-up of France, Spain, England and Argentina. That is, of course, why they play the matches.
Quarter-Final Schedule, Venues and TV
All four matches are played in the United States. Local kickoff times apply to each host city. The table below is your single reference point for dates, times, stadiums and where each winner goes next.
| Match | Teams | Date | Local Kickoff | Stadium | Winner Advances To |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| M97 | France vs Morocco | 9 Jul | 16:00 | Gillette Stadium, Foxborough (Boston) | SF1 - M101, AT&T Stadium, 14 Jul |
| M98 | Spain vs Belgium | 10 Jul | 12:00 | SoFi Stadium, Inglewood (Los Angeles) | SF1 - M101, AT&T Stadium, 14 Jul |
| M99 | Norway vs England | 11 Jul | 17:00 | Hard Rock Stadium, Miami Gardens (Miami) | SF2 - M102, Mercedes-Benz Stadium, 15 Jul |
| M100 | Argentina vs Switzerland | 11 Jul | 20:00 | Arrowhead Stadium, Kansas City | SF2 - M102, Mercedes-Benz Stadium, 15 Jul |
If a match is level after 90 minutes, extra time and then penalties decide the winner. There is no second chance; losers go home.
Where to Watch the Quarter-Finals
USA: FOX is free over-the-air for around 70 of the 104 matches, with Telemundo covering 92 matches in Spanish, also free. Tubi carries select matches as well.
Canada: All 104 matches are on TSN and RDS as pay-TV options, with select matches available free on CTV.
UK: All 104 matches are split between BBC and ITV, both completely free.
Europe: ARD and ZDF in Germany, RTVE in Spain, TF1 and M6 in France, and RTP, SIC and TVI in Portugal are all broadcasting the tournament free to air. Worth knowing: FIFA's official schedule page confirms that the first ten minutes of every match are free on YouTube, whichever market you are in. Per-match channel splits can shift, so check your local listings closer to kickoff.
The Matches in Brief
France vs Morocco (9 Jul, Gillette Stadium): This is a rematch of the 2022 semi-final, a fact that needs no further decoration. France have been the most clinical side in the tournament, scoring 14 goals in five matches with Kylian Mbappe on seven goals and now the all-time World Cup knockout-stage top scorer. They edged past Paraguay 1-0 via a 70th-minute penalty in the round of 16, with Tchouameni unavailable through injury for the quarter-final. Morocco beat Canada 3-0 in their last match, with Ounahi scoring twice, and earlier eliminated the Netherlands on penalties thanks to a Bounou save. Brahim Diaz has registered four assists in the tournament, an African record at a single World Cup. Watch whether Morocco's resilience can replicate their 2022 heroics against the same opponent.
Spain vs Belgium (10 Jul, SoFi Stadium): Spain have not conceded a single goal in five matches, which is either a testament to their defensive structure or a sign that something dramatic is overdue. They reached the quarter-finals on a substitute Merino goal in the 90th minute plus one to beat Portugal 1-0, their first quarter-final since winning the title in 2010. Belgium arrived here with a 4-1 demolition of the United States, De Ketelaere contributing two goals and an assist, and this is their first quarter-final since their 2018 bronze run. The question is whether Belgium's attacking firepower can unlock a Spanish side that simply has not been troubled.
Norway vs England (11 Jul, Hard Rock Stadium): England beat Mexico 3-2 at the Azteca with ten men, Bellingham scoring twice and Kane converting a 60th-minute penalty. Quansah was sent off in that match and serves his suspension here. Norway knocked Brazil out 2-1, Haaland scoring in the 79th and 90th minutes, and Haaland has scored in every World Cup match he has played. Norway are in their first-ever World Cup quarter-final. Pickford has been outstanding for England and will need to be again if Haaland gets chances.
Argentina vs Switzerland (11 Jul, Arrowhead Stadium): The holders have won all five matches but have been pushed hard twice, coming from behind to beat Egypt 3-2 after trailing 0-2, and surviving Cabo Verde 3-2 after extra time. Lionel Messi leads the Golden Boot race with eight goals and is the all-time World Cup top scorer. A repeat title would be the first back-to-back since Brazil in 1962. Switzerland reached the quarter-finals by winning a penalty shootout against Colombia 4-3, with Kobel saving and Vargas converting the winner. They have not been at a World Cup quarter-final since 1954.
World Cup Quarter-Final Odds
The 1X2 prices below cover 90 minutes only. Extra time and penalties are not factored in at these prices. Implied percentages sum above 100 because of bookmaker margin, which is standard practice.
| Match | Home Win (Implied %) | Draw (Implied %) | Away Win (Implied %) |
|---|---|---|---|
| France vs Morocco | 1.59 (~63%) | 3.80 (~26%) | 6.20 (~16%) |
| Spain vs Belgium | 1.62 (~62%) | 3.95 (~25%) | 5.60 (~18%) |
| Norway vs England | 4.30 (~23%) | 3.75 (~27%) | 1.81 (~55%) |
| Argentina vs Switzerland | 1.72 (~58%) | 3.50 (~29%) | 5.50 (~18%) |
For the full tie including extra time and penalties, Opta's supercomputer (8 Jul) and Polymarket (7 Jul) give the following advance probabilities: France 73.9% / 78%, Morocco 26.1% / 23%; Spain 69.7% / 75%, Belgium 30.3% / 25%; England 62.4% / 66%, Norway 37.7% / 35%; Argentina 69.1% / 74%, Switzerland 30.9% / 26%.
World Cup Quarter-Final Predictions
France to beat Morocco: France are priced at 1.59 in 90-minute markets, and their advance probability sits between 73.9% and 78% across the two models. Their attack has been relentless throughout the tournament, and with Mbappe in this form, Morocco face the same opponent that ended their 2022 run. Morocco have the quality and the belief to make it uncomfortable, but France advance.
Spain to beat Belgium: Spain at 1.62 reflects a side that has not been scored against once in five matches. Belgium's attacking output in the round of 16 was impressive, but they have not faced a defensive unit of this quality in the tournament. Advance models put Spain between 69.7% and 75%. Spain progress.
England to beat Norway: This is the tightest of the four contests on paper, with England priced at 1.81 and their advance probability at 62.4% to 66%. Haaland scoring in every match he has played at this tournament is not a detail to ignore, and England will be without Quansah through suspension. Pickford's form is the difference-maker. England edge through.
Argentina to beat Switzerland: Argentina at 1.72 reflects their status as holders and the presence of Messi, who has eight goals in the tournament. Their advance probability is 69.1% to 74%. Switzerland's route here was admirable but they have not faced anything close to this level of individual quality. Argentina advance, though it may not be comfortable.
Quarter-Final Betting Tips
Three angles worth considering across the four matches, each grounded in the data above.
- France to advance (whole tie): At an implied 73.9% to 78% probability, the to-advance market on France offers a cleaner reflection of their tournament dominance than the 90-minute line. Fourteen goals in five matches and the tournament's leading scorer in Mbappe make the case without needing to stretch it.
- Spain in the match result market: A side that has kept five consecutive clean sheets at 1.62 to win in 90 minutes is a reasonable proposition. Belgium scored four against the United States, but the United States are not Spain. The match result market here is the straightforward vehicle.
- Argentina outright: Kalshi's tournament winner market has Argentina at 18.8%. They are the holders, Messi leads the Golden Boot, and a second consecutive title would be historic. The outright market gives you a return across the remaining rounds if they continue to grind through.
The main market types available across the quarter-finals are match result (90 minutes), to advance (full tie), and the outright winner. Each suits a different risk appetite and time horizon.
Betting should always be approached as entertainment, and it is worth setting a limit before you start and sticking to it.
Frequently Asked Questions
What time are the World Cup quarter-finals?
The four quarter-finals kick off as follows, all in local time: France vs Morocco on 9 July at 16:00 in Foxborough; Spain vs Belgium on 10 July at 12:00 in Inglewood; Norway vs England on 11 July at 17:00 in Miami Gardens; Argentina vs Switzerland on 11 July at 20:00 in Kansas City.
Where are the quarter-finals held?
All four matches are played in the United States. The venues are Gillette Stadium in Foxborough (FIFA name: Boston), SoFi Stadium in Inglewood (FIFA name: Los Angeles), Hard Rock Stadium in Miami Gardens (FIFA name: Miami), and Arrowhead Stadium in Kansas City.
What channel shows the quarter-finals in the USA, Canada, the UK and Europe?
In the USA, FOX carries matches free over-the-air and Telemundo broadcasts in Spanish, also free. In Canada, TSN and RDS have all matches on pay-TV with select games free on CTV. In the UK, BBC and ITV share all 104 matches, all free. In Europe, free-to-air options include ARD and ZDF in Germany, RTVE in Spain, TF1 and M6 in France, and RTP, SIC and TVI in Portugal. The first ten minutes of every match are also available free on FIFA's YouTube channel.
Who is likely to reach the semi-finals?
Based on Opta and Polymarket advance probabilities, the most likely semi-finalists are France (73.9% to 78%), Spain (69.7% to 75%), Argentina (69.1% to 74%) and England (62.4% to 66%). Morocco, Belgium, Norway and Switzerland all carry meaningful probabilities, so treat those numbers as a guide rather than a guarantee.