FIFA World Cup 2026 Quarterfinal Lineup Confirmed After Dramatic Round of 16
The 2026 FIFA World Cup quarterfinal lineup is officially complete, with Argentina, Spain, France, England, Norway, Morocco, Belgium, and Switzerland advancing after an action-packed Round of 16. The final eight teams secured their places through a mix of dominant victories, dramatic comebacks, and historic performances across stadiums in the United States, Canada, and Mexico.
Argentina, Spain, France, England, Norway, Morocco, Belgium, and Switzerland have officially qualified for the quarterfinals after winning their Round of 16 matches across stadiums in the United States, Canada, and Mexico. The final eight secured their places through commanding victories, dramatic comebacks, penalty shootouts, and historic achievements, setting up four blockbuster quarterfinal clashes as the tournament moves closer to crowning a new world champion.
France vs Morocco
France edged Paraguay 1-0 thanks to a Kylian Mbappé penalty, while Morocco defeated Canada 3-0 with Azzedine Ounahi scoring twice to become the first African nation to reach consecutive FIFA World Cup quarterfinals.
England vs Norway
England overcame Mexico 3-2 despite playing with ten men after a red card, with Jude Bellingham scoring twice. Norway produced one of the tournament's biggest upsets by defeating five-time champions Brazil 2-1 through Erling Haaland's late double.
Spain vs Belgium
Spain maintained its outstanding defensive record by defeating Portugal 1-0 through Mikel Merino's stoppage-time winner, while Belgium cruised past the United States 4-1 behind Charles De Ketelaere's brace.
Argentina vs Switzerland
Argentina completed a remarkable comeback from two goals down to defeat Egypt 3-2, with Lionel Messi extending his World Cup scoring record. Switzerland earned the final quarterfinal spot after defeating Colombia 4-3 on penalties following a goalless draw after extra time.
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