FIFA World Cup 2026 Quarterfinals
Full Schedule, Venues, and a Travel Guide for Every Remaining Host City
When and Where Is the Next Match?
France vs Morocco kicks off Thursday, July 9, 2026 at 4:00 PM ET at Gillette Stadium in Foxborough, Massachusetts — the Boston host city venue. It’s the first of four quarterfinals.
The Round of 16 finished July 7. All eight remaining teams are set: France, Morocco, Spain, Belgium, Norway, England, Argentina, and Switzerland. From here it’s straight knockout through to the Final on July 19.
Full Remaining Schedule
Quarterfinals (July 9-11)
| Matchup | Date | Kickoff (ET) | Venue | Host City |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| France vs Morocco | Thu, Jul 9 | 4:00 PM | Gillette Stadium | Boston |
| Belgium vs Spain | Fri, Jul 10 | 3:00 PM | SoFi Stadium | Los Angeles |
| Norway vs England | Sat, Jul 11 | 5:00 PM | Hard Rock Stadium | Miami |
| Argentina vs Switzerland | Sat, Jul 11 | 9:00 PM | Arrowhead Stadium | Kansas City |
Semifinals (July 14-15)
| Matchup | Date | Kickoff (ET) | Venue | Host City |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Winner QF1 vs Winner QF2 | Tue, Jul 14 | 3:00 PM | AT&T Stadium | Dallas |
| Winner QF3 vs Winner QF4 | Wed, Jul 15 | 3:00 PM | Mercedes-Benz Stadium | Atlanta |
Third Place and Final
| Match | Date | Kickoff (ET) | Venue | Host City |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Third-Place Playoff | Sat, Jul 18 | 5:00 PM | Hard Rock Stadium | Miami |
| Final | Sun, Jul 19 | 3:00 PM | MetLife Stadium | New York / New Jersey |
All quarterfinal and semifinal matches air on FOX in English and Telemundo in Spanish in the US, with streaming on the Fox One app and Peacock.
Quarterfinal Host Cities: What to Know Before You Go
Boston — France vs Morocco, July 9
The match is actually at Gillette Stadium in Foxborough, about 45 minutes southwest of downtown Boston, not in the city itself. Factor that drive time into any hotel booking. Boston proper gives you far more hotel and food options than staying near the stadium directly.
Los Angeles — Belgium vs Spain, July 10
SoFi Stadium sits in Inglewood, roughly 25-40 minutes from central LA depending on traffic, which builds fast on match days. If you’re flying in same-day, budget extra time getting from LAX to the stadium area.
Miami — Norway vs England, July 11
Hard Rock Stadium is in Miami Gardens, north of downtown and South Beach. Miami hosts twice more this tournament (this quarterfinal and the July 18 third-place match), so hotel prices here are likely to stay elevated through most of July.
Kansas City — Argentina vs Switzerland, July 11
This is the same-day nightcap after Norway vs England, kicking off at 9:00 PM ET (8:00 PM local Central time). Argentina’s fanbase has traveled in huge numbers all tournament, so expect this to be one of the loudest atmospheres of the round.
Semifinals and Final: Plan Ahead
Dallas — Semifinal 1, July 14
AT&T Stadium in Arlington has a retractable roof, so this one’s climate-controlled regardless of Texas heat outside. Arlington sits between Dallas and Fort Worth, roughly 20-25 minutes from either downtown.
Atlanta — Semifinal 2, July 15
Mercedes-Benz Stadium is downtown, one of the most walkable World Cup venues in the tournament. Also roof-covered, so no weather concerns for mid-July.
New York / New Jersey — The Final, July 19
MetLife Stadium is technically in East Rutherford, New Jersey, about 25-40 minutes from Manhattan depending on traffic and which crossing you take. Expect this to be the single most expensive hotel week of the entire tournament across both NYC and the surrounding NJ area. If you’re serious about attending the Final, lock in accommodation now rather than waiting.
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Booking Last-Minute for a Match
Hotels near host stadiums book out fast on match days
Stadium-adjacent areas (Foxborough, Inglewood, Miami Gardens, Arlington) have limited hotel inventory compared to the main city. Staying in the main downtown area and driving or ride-sharing to the stadium is usually more realistic than trying to find something walkable to the venue itself.
Flights into these cities will price up around match dates
If you’re flying in specifically for a quarterfinal or later, book as early as possible. Fares into host cities tend to spike in the days immediately before and after a scheduled match at that venue.
Without a match ticket, you can still experience the atmosphere
FIFA Fan Festival sites typically run in host cities on match days with big screens and free entry, and this is a realistic option if tickets for the stadium itself are unavailable or priced out of range.
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the next World Cup 2026 match?
France vs Morocco, Thursday, July 9, 2026, at 4:00 PM ET at Gillette Stadium near Boston.
How many teams are left in the World Cup?
Eight teams remain heading into the quarterfinals: France, Morocco, Spain, Belgium, Norway, England, Argentina, and Switzerland.
Where is the World Cup 2026 Final being played?
MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey, on Sunday, July 19, 2026, at 3:00 PM ET.
What city hosts the third-place match?
Miami, at Hard Rock Stadium, on Saturday, July 18, 2026 — the same venue that hosts the Norway vs England quarterfinal on July 11.
How can I watch the quarterfinals in the US?
FOX and FS1 carry English-language coverage, Telemundo and Universo carry Spanish-language coverage, and both are also available through Fox One, Peacock, and major streaming services that include those channels.
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