Overview
The Quarter-Finals bring the 2026 World Cup down to its final eight teams. Four matches over two days will determine which teams advance to the Semi-Finals in Dallas and Atlanta.
By this stage, every remaining team has won at least three knockout matches. The pressure is immense, and the quality of football reaches its peak. Quarter-Final matches are often the most tactically intense of the entire tournament.
The four Quarter-Final venues represent some of the finest stadiums in the United States, each capable of holding 70,000+ spectators for these blockbuster encounters.
Format
- 4 matches over 2 days (2 matches per day)
- Single elimination with extra time and penalties if needed
- Winners advance to the Semi-Finals
- Semi-Final pairings determined by bracket position
Venues
4 venues host matches in this stage. Tap any city for the full tipping guide.
Key Facts
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