The 2026 FIFA World Cup has entered the quarter-final stage after weeks of thrilling action across the United States, Canada and Mexico, with only eight teams remaining in the race to lift football’s biggest prize.
The expanded tournament, featuring 48 teams for the first time, began with 12 groups before introducing a Round of 32.
After two knockout rounds, defending champions Argentina, 2022 semi-finalists Morocco, European heavyweights England, France, Spain and Belgium, as well as surprise package Norway and Switzerland, remain in contention.
Argentina has survived two dramatic knockout matches, edging Cape Verde 3-2 in the Round of 32 before staging a remarkable comeback from two goals down to defeat Egypt 3-2 in the Round of 16.
FIFA World Cup 2026 Quarter-Final Fixtures: Full Schedule, EAT Kick-Off Times and How to Watch
France booked their place in the last eight after Kylian Mbappé’s penalty secured a 1-0 victory over Paraguay, while Spain needed a stoppage-time winner from Mikel Merino to edge rivals Portugal 1-0.
Belgium produced one of the standout performances of the Round of 16 by thrashing co-hosts the United States 4-1, with Charles De Ketelaere scoring twice.
England also survived a tense encounter, beating co-hosts Mexico 3-2 despite finishing the match with 10 men.
Norway stunned five-time champions Brazil 2-1 thanks to a brace from Erling Haaland, while Switzerland defeated Colombia 4-3 on penalties after a goalless draw.
Morocco continued their impressive run with a dominant 3-0 victory over Canada.
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Teams Through to the FIFA World Cup 2026 Quarter-Finals
- Morocco – cruised past Canada with a 3-0 victory.
- France – edged Paraguay 1-0.
- Norway – stunned five-time champions Brazil 2-1.
- England – overcame Mexico 3-2.
- Spain – beat Portugal 1-0 in the Iberian derby.
- Belgium – thrashed the United States 4-1.
- Argentina – came from two goals down to beat Egypt 3-2.
- Switzerland – advanced after edging Colombia 4-3 in a penalty shootout following a goalless draw.
FIFA World Cup 2026 Quarter-Final Fixtures (East Africa Time)
| Match | Date | Kick-off (EAT) | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|
| France vs Morocco | Thursday, July 9 | 11:00 PM EAT | Boston Stadium, USA |
| Spain vs Belgium | Friday, July 10 | 10:00 PM EAT | Los Angeles Stadium, USA |
| Norway vs England | Sunday, July 12 | 12:00 AM EAT (Midnight) | Miami Stadium, USA |
| Argentina vs Switzerland | Sunday, July 12 | 04:00 AM EAT | Kansas City Stadium, USA |
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How to Watch the FIFA World Cup 2026 Quarter-Finals
The FIFA World Cup 2026 quarterfinals will be broadcast live by FIFA’s official television and streaming partners worldwide, giving fans multiple ways to follow the race for a place in the semi-finals.
In Kenya, the Kenya Broadcasting Corporation (KBC) will continue airing quarter-final matches live on free-to-air television after the government secured broadcasting rights for the tournament.
Fans can also stream the matches live via https://kbcplus.co.ke/.
Fans who want to watch every quarter-final match can tune in to SuperSport on DStv and GOtv, which is providing live coverage of all four fixtures as part of its broadcast of all 104 matches at the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
Viewers will also have access to expert analysis, pre-match build-up, post-match reactions, highlights and repeat broadcasts throughout the tournament.
New World TV will also air selected quarter-final matches in markets where it holds sublicensed broadcast rights, subject to local distribution agreements.
Fans who prefer to watch online can follow selected quarter-final matches live on SportyTV’s official YouTube channel.
In addition, supporters can keep up with live scores, minute-by-minute commentary, match statistics and post-match updates through FIFA’s official digital platforms and other licensed broadcasters in their respective regions.
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