2026 FIFA World Cup Quarter-finals
Four matches decide the semi-finalists. Hosted in Atlanta, Boston, Dallas, and Kansas City in 2026.
The 2026 World Cup Quarter-finals, explained
The 2026 FIFA World Cup quarter-finals are split across four host cities: Atlanta, Boston, Dallas, and Kansas City. 4 matches across three days narrow the field from eight teams to four. Extra time and penalty shoot-outs apply.
Qualification rule
Winners advance to the Semi-finals.
Format
- ·Single-elimination knockout — final four matches before the semi-finals.
- ·Extra time and penalties if level after 90 minutes.
- ·Winners advance to the Semi-finals; losers are eliminated.
Quarter-finals through recent World Cups
How the Quarter-finals has played out across the most recent FIFA World Cups.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many matches are in the World Cup 2026 Quarter-finals?
The Quarter-finals consists of 4 matches between 2026-07-09 and 2026-07-11 — an average of 1.3 matches per day.
What is the qualification rule for the Quarter-finals?
Winners advance to the Semi-finals.
When does the Quarter-finals start at the 2026 World Cup?
The 2026 FIFA World Cup Quarter-finals runs from Thursday, July 9 to Saturday, July 11, 2026.
Does Quarter-finals use extra time and penalties?
Yes. If the score is level after 90 minutes, two 15-minute halves of extra time are played. If still tied, the match is decided on penalty kicks.
Can I get Quarter-finals fixtures and live scores via API?
Yes. Filter the matches endpoint by stage (quarter-finals) or by date range (2026-07-09–2026-07-11) to get every Quarter-finals fixture, plus live scores, lineups, in-match events, xG, and odds during play.
How does the 2026 Quarter-finals compare to previous editions?
The 2026 Quarter-finals retains the same single-elimination format used in recent World Cups, but draws teams from the expanded 48-team field.
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