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When and at What Time Will the World Cup Quarter-Final Matches Be Played? 2026 World Cup Quarter-Final Pairings...
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When and at What Time Will the World Cup Quarter-Final Matches Be Played? 2026 World Cup Quarter-Final Pairings...

From Cumhuriyet · () Turkish

Translated from Turkish, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • The 2026 World Cup quarter-final matchups have been determined after the conclusion of the Round of 16, following Switzerland's penalty shootout victory over Colombia.
  • The quarter-final pairings are Morocco vs. France, Spain vs. Belgium, England vs. Norway, and Argentina vs. Switzerland.
  • Key quarter-final matches are scheduled from July 9-12, 2026, with the semi-finals on July 14-15, the third-place match on July 18, and the final on July 19.

The 2026 World Cup is heating up as the quarter-final matchups are now set, promising a series of high-stakes clashes between football powerhouses.

Following Switzerland's dramatic penalty shootout victory against Colombia in the Round of 16, the final bracket for the quarter-finals has been confirmed. The remaining eight teams will vie for a spot in the semifinals, with several highly anticipated encounters on the horizon.

The quarter-final pairings are: Morocco against France, Spain facing Belgium, England taking on Norway, and Argentina set to play Switzerland. These matches are expected to deliver thrilling football action as the tournament progresses towards its climax.

Fans can mark their calendars for the critical quarter-final matches, scheduled to kick off on July 9, 2026, with France vs. Morocco at Boston Stadium. Spain vs. Belgium will follow on July 10 at Los Angeles Stadium. England vs. Norway is set for July 12 at Miami Stadium, and Argentina vs. Switzerland will also be played on July 12 at Kansas City Stadium.

The tournament's intensity will continue with the semi-final matches on July 14 and 15. Teams that narrowly miss out on the final will compete for third place on July 18, before the ultimate showdown, the 2026 World Cup final, takes place on July 19, captivating billions worldwide.

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Originally published by Cumhuriyet in Turkish. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.