World Cup 2026 Quarter-Finals: Stadiums, Odds & Picks

The 2026 World Cup quarter-finals take place across four stadiums in four American cities over three days, from 9 to 11 July. Foxborough, Inglewood, Miami Gardens and Kansas City each host one tie, and every match is single elimination: level after 90 minutes means extra time, then penalties if still deadlocked.

Win and you are in a semi-final. The two winners from 9 and 10 July travel to AT&T Stadium in Arlington on 14 July. The two winners from 11 July meet at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta on 15 July. Lose and your tournament ends immediately, with no path to the bronze final for quarter-final losers.

The Venues: Quarter-Final Stadium Guide

Gillette Stadium, Foxborough: France vs Morocco (M97)

The opening quarter-final drops at Gillette Stadium on 9 July at 16:00 local time. France arrive as the tournament's most prolific side, 14 goals scored across five games, with Kylian Mbappe sitting on seven and now holding the all-time World Cup knockout-stage scoring record. Morocco counter with genuine pedigree: they eliminated the Netherlands on penalties earlier in the tournament, with Bounou's save proving decisive, and Brahim Diaz has registered four assists, an African record at a single World Cup. This tie is a rematch of the 2022 semi-final, a meeting France won on their way to that final. The winner flies to AT&T Stadium for SF1 on 14 July.

SoFi Stadium, Inglewood: Spain vs Belgium (M98)

SoFi Stadium in Inglewood hosts the second quarter-final on 10 July at 12:00 local time. Spain have been the tournament's most defensively formidable side, conceding zero goals in five matches, with substitute Merino's 90+1-minute goal edging Portugal 1-0 in the round of 16. Belgium arrive in form of their own after a 4-1 rout of the United States, with De Ketelaere scoring twice and adding an assist. It is the Red Devils' first quarter-final since their bronze-medal run in 2018. The winner joins the M97 victor at AT&T Stadium on 14 July.

Hard Rock Stadium, Miami Gardens: Norway vs England (M99)

Hard Rock Stadium, which also hosts the bronze final on 18 July, stages Norway vs England on 11 July at 17:00 local time. Norway are here for the first time in their history at this stage, having knocked out Brazil with Erling Haaland scoring in the 79th and 90th minutes, continuing his record of scoring in every World Cup match he has played. England beat Mexico 3-2 at the Azteca with ten men, Jude Bellingham scoring twice and Harry Kane adding a 60th-minute penalty; Kane now has six goals in the tournament. Rhys Quansah is suspended for this tie. The winner heads to Mercedes-Benz Stadium for SF2 on 15 July.

Arrowhead Stadium, Kansas City: Argentina vs Switzerland (M100)

The final quarter-final kicks off at Arrowhead Stadium on 11 July at 20:00 local time. Argentina, the holders, have won all five of their matches but needed extra time to beat Cabo Verde 3-2 and came from 0-2 down to beat Egypt 3-2 in the round of 16. Lionel Messi leads the Golden Boot race with eight goals, making him the all-time World Cup top scorer. A successful defence would be the first back-to-back title since Brazil in 1962. Switzerland edged Colombia 0-0 in normal time, winning 4-3 on penalties thanks to a Kobel save and a Vargas winner, reaching their first quarter-final since 1954. The winner advances to Mercedes-Benz Stadium for SF2 on 15 July.

Quarter-Final Schedule

World Cup Quarter-Final Odds

The 1X2 lines below cover 90 minutes only. Implied percentages are calculated as 1 divided by the decimal price and sum above 100 due to bookmaker margin. Advance-to-semi-final probabilities cover the full tie including extra time and penalties, sourced from Opta (8 Jul) and Polymarket (7 Jul).

World Cup Quarter-Final Predictions

At Gillette Stadium: France to advance. The models are aligned here. Opta gives France a 73.9% chance of reaching the semi-final; Polymarket has them at 78%. Morocco's run has been built on defensive resilience and moments of individual quality, but France's firepower, 14 goals in five games and Mbappe's record-breaking form, makes them the clear call even with Tchouameni unavailable through injury.

At SoFi Stadium: Spain to advance. A side that has kept a clean sheet in every match at this tournament is difficult to oppose. Opta puts Spain's semi-final probability at 69.7%, Polymarket at 75%. Belgium's attacking threat is real after that 4-1 win over the USA, but Spain's defensive structure has not been breached once in five games.

At Hard Rock Stadium: England to advance. England are priced at 1.81 (~55%) to win in 90 minutes, and Opta gives them a 62.4% chance of advancing overall, with Polymarket at 66%. Norway's run has been extraordinary and Haaland's form demands respect, but England's experience in knockout football and Kane's six-goal tournament give them the edge, even a man lighter in central defence with Quansah suspended.

At Arrowhead Stadium: Argentina to advance. The holders have shown they can win ugly, twice coming through tight matches in this tournament. Opta's model gives Argentina a 69.1% semi-final probability, Polymarket 74%. Switzerland are organized and have shown they can handle penalties, but Argentina's individual quality across the squad, anchored by Messi's eight-goal tournament, is the decisive factor.

Quarter-Final Betting Tips

Every match from this point through to the final on 19 July at MetLife Stadium is played in a US venue, meaning all remaining ties carry the same single-elimination weight. There is no margin for error, and that context sharpens the betting angles considerably.

Tip 1: Back Spain to keep a clean sheet. Spain have conceded zero goals in five matches at this tournament. Belgium's attack is capable, as shown against the USA, but Spain's defensive record is the standout statistical story of the entire competition. The clean-sheet angle has strong backing in the data.

Tip 2: France to win in 90 minutes at Gillette. France are priced at 1.59 (~63%) to win in normal time. Morocco have quality and resilience, but France's goal output, 14 in five games, and Mbappe's seven-goal haul suggest the favourite price reflects genuine probability rather than overreaction.

Tip 3: Argentina to advance, but expect it to be close. At 1.72 (~58%) to win in 90 minutes and 69.1% to advance overall per Opta, Argentina are a sound selection. Their two previous knockout matches both went to the wire, which makes the draw at 3.50 (~29%) a live option for those who expect Switzerland to take this to extra time, as they did against Colombia.

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Where to Watch the Quarter-Finals

The four quarter-finals span three consecutive days, 9, 10 and 11 July, across four US time zones, which creates scheduling complexity for international viewers. Check your local broadcaster's listings for the confirmed kickoff times in your region, as local times at each stadium are the official reference point. The official FIFA fixtures page carries the confirmed schedule and any updates to match information.

FAQ

Where are the World Cup quarter-finals held?
The four 2026 World Cup quarter-finals are held in the United States at Gillette Stadium in Foxborough, SoFi Stadium in Inglewood, Hard Rock Stadium in Miami Gardens, and Arrowhead Stadium in Kansas City.

What time are the quarter-finals?
France vs Morocco kicks off at 16:00 local time on 9 July at Gillette Stadium. Spain vs Belgium starts at 12:00 local time on 10 July at SoFi Stadium. Norway vs England kicks off at 17:00 local time on 11 July at Hard Rock Stadium. Argentina vs Switzerland starts at 20:00 local time on 11 July at Arrowhead Stadium. All times are local to each venue.

Where will the World Cup 2026 final be held?
The 2026 World Cup final will be held at MetLife Stadium on 19 July.