Spain Faces Belgium in World Cup 2026 Quarterfinals
Spain Prepares for Tough Battle Against Belgium in World Cup Quarterfinals
After a hard-fought win over Portugal, Spain is ready to take on another challenging European team in the 2026 World Cup quarterfinals. This match, set at SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles, promises high stakes as La Roja aims for a semi-final clash with Kylian Mbappé’s France.
Belgium reached this stage despite a rocky start, drawing their first two matches against Iran and Egypt. They needed a big victory in their final group game to advance, barely scraping through after a dramatic late comeback against Senegal, including a winning goal deep into extra time.
Their Round of 16 victory over the host nation, the United States, was marked by strong control and composure amid controversy. Interestingly, Kevin De Bruyne was absent during these standout moments, struggling with fitness due to an injury-plagued season. His presence against Spain remains uncertain but likely, making it difficult to predict which version of Belgium will appear.
If Belgium plays like they did without De Bruyne, Spain could have an easier path. But if he returns to form, the match could become a fierce contest. Either way, Belgium's talent means they cannot be underestimated.
Match Details
- Date and Time: Friday, July 10, 2026, 3pm ET / 12pm PT (USA)
- Venue: SoFi Stadium, Los Angeles
- Referee: Michael Oliver (ENG)
- TV Coverage: FOX (USA), BBC One (UK), United8 Sports 1 (India), SuperSport (Nigeria), TVE La 1 (Spain)
- Online Streaming: FuboTV (USA), BBC iPlayer (UK), ZEE5 (India), DAZN (Spain)
Prediction
Belgium has shown better performances without De Bruyne, but his return seems inevitable. It’s tough to tell which side of Belgium will show up, yet Spain appears favored to edge out a 2-1 victory in what should be an exciting showdown under the Hollywood lights.
