The Fifa World Cup 2026 is just about to enter the quarter finals in the knockout stage with heart breaking all around the world with Brazil and Portugal being knocked out in a heart breaking fashion. Now every other match is a do or die battle for the teams. Every knockout match carries the weight of nations dreams.Thats why this stage of the tournament is so exciting as there are no second chances.
This week promises some of the biggest clashes of the tournament with world champions, dark horses and tournament favourites. With Argentina facing Switzerland just after a one of the best and thrilling round of 16 match with egypt
And now as we enter the quarter final stage some great matchups are ahead of us all of them are worth watching
France v/s Morocco
(10 July 2026)
The FIFA World Cup 2026 Quarterfinals begin with an exciting showdown between France and Morocco, a match that promises tactical battle and highly intense football. France have once again lived up to their expectations and reputation as one of the tournament favourites cruising through the knockout stage with a balanced mix of attack, midfield and defence. Morocco again have surprised everyone in the world cup and lived up to the reputation of them being darkhorses through disciplined defence, relentless team work and lethal counter attack
It’s hard to overlook France’s ridiculous attack, despite their near miss in the Round of 16 and Morocco’s obvious quality counter attack . Morocco will fight, but the star-studded French will win.So far in the competition, France continues to seem like the team to beat. Morocco still has sufficient quality, though, to make the contest competitive. Ultimately, though, the Moroccan defense will probably be unable to withstand France’s formidable front attacking trident.
The prediction makers and football pundits have said that after a fair game of 90 minutes the scorecard would look something like this
France 2-1 Morocco
Spain v/s Belgium
(11 July 2026)
The second quarterfinal brings together two European heavyweights as Spain takes on Belgium in what could be the most exciting game of this stage. Throughout the tournament, Spain has made an impression with their signature possession-based football style, dominating games with deft passing, astute movement, and a youthful, self-assured team. On their path to the round of eight, Belgium, on the other hand, have demonstrated tenacity and attacking quality, overcoming challenging opponents with their physicality and experience. One can expect exciting tactical conflict throughout the match.
Belgium will probably rely on fast transitions, set-pieces, and clinical finishing, while Spain will try to control the tempo by holding the ball and creating opportunities through patient build-up play. Midfield Struggle will decide which tea will control the game.. Spain has a slight advantage due to their consistency, tactical discipline, and innovative assault, even though Belgium has enough quality to challenge any opponent.
Prediction spain 3-1 belgium
Norway v/s england
(12 July 2026)
Norway and England meet in the third quarterfinal with a semi final place on the line. Throughout the tournament, England has maintained their composure by combining a disciplined defence with an assault that can score goals when it counts most. However, Norway has been one of the biggest surprises after defeating formidable opponents and demonstrating their ability to compete with the best in football.
England will attempt to dominate possession as Norway looks to take advantage of openings on the counterattack in the middle, where the game may be decided. Given the aerial strength of both sides, set pieces might also be very important. Because of their depth and experience, England are the favourites going into the match, but Norway has already proven they can pull off another upset.
But still I will go with the three lions, England 2–1 Norway is the prediction.
Argentina v/s switzerland
(12 July 2026 )
Argentina and Switzerland, one of the tournament favourites and a team renowned for its defensive tenacity, square off in the penultimate quarterfinal. Argentina has performed admirably throughout the World Cup, fusing attacking flair with the experience required to withstand pressure to be eliminated. Switzerland’s solid defence and tenacious performances earned them a spot in the round of eight, demonstrating their ability to frustrate even the most formidable opponents. Switzerland will rely on a compact defensive structure and swift counterattacks, while Argentina is anticipated to dominate possession and create opportunities with their inventive midfield and dynamic attack.
The Swiss could pose a threat to the South Americans if they can maintain a level score well into the game. Argentina’s better quality and experience, however, ought to be the deciding factor.
Prediction argentina 3-1 switzerland
