The FIFA World Cup 2026 Quarterfinals will mark the moment the tournament truly narrows to the elite, as 8 survivors from a record 48 teams battle for a place in the semi‑finals.
Played across four world‑class stadiums in the USA, this phase will feature do‑or‑die knockout ties, extra time and penalties, and some of the most high‑pressure Soccer of the entire competition.
FIFA World Cup 2026 Quarterfinals Schedule: Overview
Each FIFA World Cup 2026 Quarterfinals match will be played between the winners of the pre-assigned Round of 16 matchups. The specific teams won’t be determined until after the Round of 16 is complete, but the bracket’s pathway is established.
As the Round of 16 matches wrap up, four prominent football nations — France, Morocco, Norway, and England have officially secured their positions in the final eight.
Quarterfinals Format at World Cup 2026
- 48 teams, 12 groups of 4 (A–L).
- Top 2 in each group (24 teams) + 8 best third‑placed teams = 32 teams in the first knockout round.
- The Round of 32 is followed by the Round of 16, then the quarter‑finals, semi‑finals, third‑place match and final.
- The Quarterfinals therefore feature 4 matches, all one‑off knockouts, with extra time and penalties if needed.
Quarterfinals – Dates
The FIFA World Cup 2026 quarterfinals are scheduled to take place from July 9 to July 11, 2026, across four host venues in the United States.
- Round of 32: June 28 – July 3, 2026 | This opening knockout stage spans exactly 6 days.
- Round of 16: July 4 – July 7, 2026 | It is played over 4 days, not just two.
- Quarter-finals: July 9 – July 11, 2026 | Matches begin on July 9 (Thursday) in Boston, rather than on July 10.
- Semi-finals: July 14 – July 15, 2026 | These are the two exact dates in mid-July.
- Third Place Match: July 18, 2026 | Held in Miami one day before the final.
- Final: July 19, 2026 | Your date is perfectly correct; it will play out at MetLife Stadium.
As the Round of 16 matches wrap up, four prominent football nations—France, Morocco, Norway, and England—have officially secured their positions in the final eight.
Quarterfinals – Venues
Here are the four venues for the FIFA World Cup 2026 Quarterfinals:
- Boston Stadium (Gillette Stadium) – Foxborough, Massachusetts
- Los Angeles Stadium (SoFi Stadium) – Inglewood, California
- Miami Stadium (Hard Rock Stadium) – Miami Gardens, Florida
- Kansas City Stadium (Arrowhead Stadium) – Kansas City, Missouri
Qualified Teams for the Quarterfinals
| S No | Winner Teams | Date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Morocco | July 4 |
| 2 | France | July 4 |
| 3 | Norway | July 5 |
| 4 | England | July 5 |
| 5 | Portugal / Spain | July 6 |
| 6 | United States/ Belgium | July 6 |
| 7 | Argentina / Egypt | July 7 |
| 8 | Switzerland / Colombia | July 7 |
FIFA World Cup 2026 Quarterfinals Schedule
| Date | Match | Matchup | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|
| Thu, 9 July 4:00 p.m. UTC−4 | Match 97 | France vs Morocco | Gillette Stadium, Foxborough |
| Fri, 10 July 12:00 p.m. UTC−7 | Match 98 | Winner Match 93 vs Winner Match 94 | SoFi Stadium, Inglewood |
| Sat, 11 July 5:00 p.m. UTC−4 | Match 99 | Norway vs England | Hard Rock Stadium, Miami Gardens |
| Sat, 11 July 8:00 p.m. UTC−5 | Match 100 | Winner Match 95 vs Winner Match 96 | Arrowhead Stadium, Kansas City |
| Tue, 14 July 2:00 p.m. UTC−5 | Match 101 | Winner Match 97 vs Winner Match 98 | AT&T Stadium, Arlington |
| Wed, 15 July 3:00 p.m. UTC−4 | Match 102 | Winner Match 99 vs Winner Match 100 | Mercedes-Benz Stadium, Atlanta |
