2026 World Cup Quarter-Finals: Argentina Seek Defence Amid Star Clashes

The FIFA World Cup 2026™ is set to enter a new stage with the Quarter-finals commencing on 9th July. Eight teams are battling for a coveted spot in the Semi-finals. Exclusive Spanish coverage of the competition continues with the Quarter-finals.

High Stakes as Quarter-Finals Commence

The journey towards the FIFA World Cup 2026™ Final intensifies. Fans can enjoy all matches live across Telemundo, Peacock, and the Telemundo App. Coverage will be comprehensive from various points across the United States. The commentary team, featuring the legendary voices of Andrés Cantor, Luis Omar Tapia, and José Luis López Salido, will offer unique perspectives and expert analysis throughout all Quarter-final matches.

Key Quarter-Final Clashes Confirmed

Four unmissable duels, packed with stars and history, define the Quarter-finals. Spain will face Belgium on Friday, 10th July at 3:00 p.m. ET from Los Angeles Stadium. Spain secured their Quarter-final berth after eliminating Cristiano Ronaldo in his final World Cup. They now take on Belgium, who ended the USA’s historic campaign with a decisive 4-1 victory.

Argentina’s Title Defence Continues

The final Quarter-final match features reigning world champions Argentina against Switzerland. This game is scheduled for Saturday, 11th July at 9:00 p.m. ET from Kansas City Stadium. Led by Lionel Messi, Argentina continues their quest to defend their FIFA World Cup™ title, having advanced past Egypt in the Round of 16. During their match against Egypt, Lionel Messi missed his eighth World Cup penalty, setting records for the most penalties taken and most missed in the tournament’s history. Argentina progressed despite this, with Messi continuing to suffer from the spot. Switzerland, a resilient side, has quietly established itself as one of the tournament’s major surprises. This sets the stage for an engaging Quarter-final between a historical favourite and a team determined to make history.

How to Follow the Quarter-Final Action

As the streaming home for Telemundo, Peacock will continue to broadcast all FIFA World Cup 2026™ matches live in Spanish. The platform offers immersive Dolby Atmos® audio and interactive features. Supporters can access the World Cup Spanish Hub, which provides live matches, highlights, and tournament coverage. Favourite features like Field Vision, Catch Up with Key Plays, Can’t Miss Highlights, Live Picks, and Trivia are also available, enhancing the viewing experience throughout the knockout stage.

The world’s most important sporting tournament moves into a new phase as the eight best teams compete for a place in the Semi-finals.

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