Projected World Cup quarterfinal matchups for July 2026

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Last updated Jul 2, 2026

Projected World Cup quarterfinal matchups for July 2026
Summary

As the World Cup progresses, the round of 16 matchups are set to begin. Key fixtures include Paraguay facing France on July 4 at Lincoln Financial Field and the United States battling Belgium at Lumen Field later that day. Projected quarterfinal games would follow, with matches like France versus Morocco scheduled for July 9 and Spain against the United States on July 10, among others. The tournament's structure allows two extra teams this year, impacting which teams could advance further in the tournament.

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  • Quarterfinal matches: France vs. Morocco on July 9
  • Spain vs. United States on July 10
  • Paraguay plays France on July 4, key round of 16 fixture
  • USA faces Belgium in first knockout round match
  • Expanded tournament format affects progression stakes
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As the World Cup round of 16 starts to take shape, who could be among the final eight teams left in the tournament?

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