Exciting Quarterfinals Ahead in the 2026 FIFA World Cup
The stage is set for the quarterfinals of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, scheduled to take place from July 9 to July 12, 2026. The remaining teams are gearing up to battle for a coveted spot in the semifinals. As the anticipation builds, football enthusiasts are eager to discover which nations have already secured their place in the final eight, along with the complete match schedule and timings. The quarterfinals will exclusively be hosted in the United States, with match times varying for German fans due to the time zone difference, offering a mix of evening and late-night viewing options.
The match schedule is as follows: On Thursday, July 9, 2026, at 10:00 PM, France will face Morocco at Gillette Stadium in Boston, with live coverage available on ARD and streaming on Joyn. The following day, Friday, July 10, at 9:00 PM, Spain will take on Belgium at SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles, broadcasted on ZDF and also available for streaming on Joyn. Saturday night, July 11, at 11:00 PM, promises an exciting showdown between Norway and England at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami, which will be streamed exclusively on MagentaTV. Finally, on Sunday, July 12, at 3:00 AM, Argentina will clash with Switzerland at Arrowhead Stadium in Kansas City, also an exclusive match on MagentaTV.
Drama Unfolds as Teams Advance
In a thrilling round of 16, six of the eight quarterfinal spots have already been filled. Notably, Cristiano Ronaldo's Portugal faced an unexpected exit after a narrow 0-1 loss to Spain, while Norway delivered a sensational upset by eliminating the favorites, Brazil, with a score of 2-1. The U.S. team, unfortunately, fell short against a powerful Belgian side, suffering a decisive 1-4 defeat.
The quarterfinals will see a repeat of the 2022 World Cup semifinals, with France managing a tense 1-0 victory over Paraguay to advance, while Morocco showcased their strength with a commanding 3-0 win against Canada, proving they are a formidable contender in this tournament.
In Los Angeles, Spain dispatched Portugal with a late winner from Mikel Merino, while Belgium demonstrated their goal-scoring prowess with a resounding 4-1 victory against the U.S., entering the upcoming clash with tremendous momentum. Norway, the surprise package of the tournament, achieved their greatest World Cup victory in 28 years by defeating Brazil, while England navigated a tumultuous match against co-hosts Mexico, winning 3-2 despite an early red card, showcasing remarkable composure.
Argentina's progression came after a dramatic round of 16 match against Egypt, and they now await the challenge of the skillful Swiss team, with this match also being available exclusively on MagentaTV. For many high-profile favorites and passionate co-hosts, the dream of lifting the World Cup title has evaporated in the round of 16, with co-hosts Mexico and the U.S. particularly affected, unable to leverage their home advantage. South America's giant, Brazil, also faced an early exit, surprising many fans.
As reported by ran.joyn.de.
