Quarter-finals set as eight teams vie for World Cup 2026 glory
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 8, 2026, 7:00 PM
Last updated Jul 8, 2026
The World Cup 2026 has reached the quarter-final stage as teams compete in the USA, Mexico, and Canada. France, Morocco, Spain, Belgium, Norway, England, Argentina, and Switzerland remain in contention for the title. Argentina's Lionel Messi, who scored in the round of 16 match against Egypt, is among the leading scorers and a favorite for the Golden Ball. Fans can vote for their predicted champions and the top player through a poll.
- •Eight teams in quarter-finals: France, Morocco, Spain, Belgium, Norway, England, Argentina, Switzerland.
- •Argentina's Lionel Messi scored in 4-1 win over Egypt.
- •Golden Ball competition features Messi, Kylian Mbappe, Erling Haaland.
- •Final match scheduled for July 19.
- •Fans can participate in a poll regarding champions and top player.
- 7:00 PMYahoo Sports — Who will win World Cup 2026 and will Lionel Messi claim the Golden Ball?
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