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2026 World Cup Quarterfinals: Teams, Matchups, and Schedule

The round of 32 is over, leaving only eight squads vying for the championship trophy. The host nations United States, Mexico, and Canada have all been eliminated, and Cristiano Ronaldo’s final World Cup journey has ended. Still, top contenders remain as the tournament shifts focus to the quarterfinals.

There is a pause in play with no matches on Wednesday, July 8, but competition resumes the next day with tension rising as teams push toward the semifinals.

Teams That Made It This Far

  • Morocco
  • France
  • Norway
  • England
  • Spain
  • Belgium
  • Argentina
  • Switzerland

United States forward Folarin Balogun dazzled during the group stage, scoring key goals including a memorable strike against Paraguay. Midfielder Giovanni Reyna also made his mark by adding crucial goals that energized the team, even though the US fell short of advancing to the quarterfinals.

The remaining eight teams are now just three wins away from lifting the World Cup trophy. The battles ahead promise fierce competition and unforgettable moments.

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