The 2026 FIFA World Cup is down to the last eight. The quarter-finals are played across three days, from 9 to 11 July, at four stadiums in the United States, with the winners advancing to the semi-finals.
Here is the full quarter-final schedule, kick-off times for viewers around the world, and every confirmed matchup.
FIFA World Cup 2026 Quarter-Final Schedule
| Match | Date | Fixture | Venue | Kick-off (ET / GMT) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| QF1 | Thu, 9 July | France vs Morocco | Gillette Stadium, Boston | 4:00 PM / 20:00 |
| QF2 | Fri, 10 July | Spain vs Belgium | SoFi Stadium, Los Angeles | 3:00 PM / 19:00 |
| QF3 | Sat, 11 July | Norway vs England | Hard Rock Stadium, Miami | 5:00 PM / 21:00 |
| QF4 | Sat, 11 July | Argentina vs Switzerland | Arrowhead Stadium, Kansas City | 9:00 PM / 01:00 (Sun) |
Quarter-Final Kick-off Times Around the World
Local kick-off times converted for the UK, GCC and South Asia (times roll into the next day where noted):
| Fixture | UK (BST) | Saudi / Egypt | Bangladesh | Pakistan | India |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| France vs Morocco (9 Jul) | 9:00 PM | 11:00 PM | 2:00 AM (10 Jul) | 1:00 AM (10 Jul) | 1:30 AM (10 Jul) |
| Spain vs Belgium (10 Jul) | 8:00 PM | 10:00 PM | 1:00 AM (11 Jul) | 12:00 AM (11 Jul) | 12:30 AM (11 Jul) |
| Norway vs England (11 Jul) | 10:00 PM | 12:00 AM (12 Jul) | 3:00 AM (12 Jul) | 2:00 AM (12 Jul) | 2:30 AM (12 Jul) |
| Argentina vs Switzerland (11 Jul) | 2:00 AM (12 Jul) | 4:00 AM (12 Jul) | 7:00 AM (12 Jul) | 6:00 AM (12 Jul) | 6:30 AM (12 Jul) |
Road to the Final
The quarter-final winners advance to the semi-finals on 14–15 July, followed by the third-place play-off on 18 July and the final at MetLife Stadium in New York/New Jersey on 19 July.
On the bracket, the QF1 (France vs Morocco) and QF2 (Spain vs Belgium) winners meet in one semi-final, and the QF3 (Norway vs England) and QF4 (Argentina vs Switzerland) winners meet in the other.
For the full picture, see our FIFA World Cup 2026 bracket and the Round of 16 schedule.
Frequently Asked Questions
When are the 2026 World Cup quarter-finals?
The quarter-finals run from 9 to 11 July 2026. One match is on 9 July, one on 10 July and two on 11 July.
Which quarter-final matchups are confirmed?
All four matchups are confirmed. France vs Morocco (9 July), Spain vs Belgium (10 July), Norway vs England (11 July), and Argentina vs Switzerland (11 July).
Where are the quarter-finals being played?
All four quarter-finals are in the United States. The venues are Boston (Gillette Stadium), Los Angeles (SoFi Stadium), Miami (Hard Rock Stadium) and Kansas City (Arrowhead Stadium).
What time are the quarter-finals in India and Pakistan?
Kick-off times fall in the early hours in South Asia. For example, Norway vs England kicks off at 2:30 AM IST / 2:00 AM PKT on 12 July — see the conversion table above for every match.
When is the 2026 World Cup final?
The final is on 19 July 2026. It will be played at MetLife Stadium in New York/New Jersey.
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Disclaimer: All dates, kick-off times, venues and matchups reflect the confirmed quarter-final lineup as of 9 July 2026. Please confirm details with FIFA’s official channels before making any travel or ticketing decisions.
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