The road to the 2026 FIFA World Cup semi-finals has been officially mapped out following the conclusion of the Round of 16, with the remaining eight nations now preparing for the quarter-finals.

The last eight features a blend of traditional football powerhouses and surprise packages, with defending champions Argentina, England, France, Spain, Belgium, Norway, Morocco and Switzerland all still in contention for the coveted trophy.

The quarter-finals will get underway on July 9, when France take on Morocco in what promises to be an exciting clash for a place in the last four.

A day later, Spain will battle Belgium on July 10 before England face an in-form Norway side on July 11 in another mouthwatering encounter.

The final quarter-final will see defending champions Argentina lock horns with Switzerland on July 12 as Lionel Messi and his teammates continue their quest to retain the World Cup title.

2026 FIFA World Cup Quarter-final Fixtures:

* France vs Morocco – July 9, 20:00 GMT
* Spain vs Belgium – July 10, 19:00 GMT
* Norway vs England – July 11, 21:00 GMT
* Argentina vs Switzerland – July 12, 01:00 GMT

With a place in the semi-finals at stake, the four quarter-final ties are expected to produce more drama as the race to be crowned world champions enters its decisive stage.