The 2026 FIFA World Cup has reached its business end, with the quarter-final stage beginning to take shape after a thrilling round of knockout matches.
The competition has given football fans across the globe dramatic encounters, stunning upsets, and outstanding individual performances as the race to lift the FIFA World Cup trophy intensifies. Eight teams have advanced to the quarter-finals of the competition as they look to take the next step to the semi-finals.
France and Morocco beat Paraguay and Canada respectively which is the first confirmed quarter-final fixture which take place on July 9 2026. The 2018 Champions secured their place in the last eight with a hard-fought 1-0 victory over Paraguay. Kylian Mbappé proved to be the difference, calmly converting a penalty to send the defending European champions through.
Morocco, meanwhile, continued their impressive World Cup campaign with a commanding 3-0 win over Canada. The Atlas Lions produced another disciplined and clinical performance to earn a deserved place in the quarter-finals.
The clash between France and Morocco promises to be one of the standout matches of the tournament, with both nations aiming to move one step closer to World Cup glory.
Remaining Quarter-Final Places Yet to Be Decided
Three quarter-final ties are still waiting to be completed as the remaining Round of 16 fixtures take place.
( Winner) Brazil vs Norway faces ( Winner) Mexico vs England
( Winner) Portugal vs Spain faces ( Winner) United States vs Belgium
(Winner) Argentina vs Egypt faces (Winner) Switzerland vs Colombia
When is the Quarter-finals of the 2026 FIFA World Cup?
The 2026 FIFA World Cup quarter-finals are scheduled to be played from 9 to 11 July 2026.
