World Cup quarterfinals: Schedule, matchups and how to buy tickets safely

The 2026 World Cup quarterfinals are where the noise gets louder, the nerves get tighter and every touch of the ball feels massive. The bracket is down to eight teams, and one win is all that separates each country from the semifinals.

For fans, this is one of the best rounds of the entire tournament. You still get multiple cities, multiple matchups and different fanbases pouring into stadiums, but the stakes now feel enormous. A favorite can be stunned, a superstar can take over, a surprise team can keep the party going and one late goal can change the entire World Cup.

That also means ticket demand can move quickly. Once a powerhouse advances, a host nation stays alive or a Cinderella run reaches the final eight, interest in that specific city can climb fast. Whether you are hoping to follow your country, planning a knockout-stage trip or trying to catch one of the tournament’s biggest remaining stars, here is what to know before buying World Cup quarterfinal tickets.

2026 World Cup quarterfinal schedule

The quarterfinal matchups are still being filled in through the Round of 16. As of the morning of July 6, Morocco, France, Norway and England have all advanced. The rest of the bracket will be set as the remaining Round of 16 games finish (Portugal vs Spain and USA vs Belgium on Monday, July 6 and Argentina vs Egypt and Switzerland vs Colombia on Tuesday, July 7).

Which teams are in the World Cup quarterfinals?

The full quarterfinal field is not set yet because the Round of 16 is still being played. Morocco, France, Norway and England have already advanced, with four matches left to solidify the quarterfinals lineup.

The remaining quarterfinal spots will be decided by the final Round of 16 matches on Monday, July 6 and Tuesday, July 7:

That means fans buying quarterfinal tickets before every matchup is locked in are buying the match, venue and bracket slot, not necessarily a guaranteed team. If you are following a specific country, check its bracket path carefully before buying.

Match 97: Boston quarterfinal

The first quarterfinal is scheduled for Thursday, July 9 at 4:00 p.m. ET at Gillette Stadium. France will face Morocco.

This is the first confirmed quarterfinal matchup of the tournament. Morocco reached this stage by beating Canada 3-0 in the Round of 16, while France advanced with a 1-0 win over Paraguay. For fans in New England, this is also the final 2026 World Cup match scheduled for Boston Stadium.

Because Foxborough sits outside central Boston, fans should treat transportation as part of the event plan. Build in extra time for stadium traffic, parking, rideshare pickup zones and any special event rail or shuttle service available on match day.

Match 98: Los Angeles quarterfinal

The second quarterfinal is scheduled for Friday, July 10 at 12:00 p.m. PT at SoFi Stadium in Inglewood, California, where W93 will face W94.

This bracket path is one of the most star-heavy quarterfinal possibilities. One side comes from Portugal vs. Spain, while the other comes from United States vs. Belgium. Depending on results, this could become a European heavyweight clash or a U.S. knockout-stage showcase in Los Angeles.

Because kickoff is at noon local time, fans should plan for a morning arrival. That means checking traffic around Inglewood, parking opening times and stadium entry policies the night before rather than waiting until match day.

Match 99: Miami quarterfinal

The third quarterfinal is scheduled for Saturday, July 11 at 5:00 p.m. ET at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami Gardens, Florida. Norway will face England.

This matchup is now set: Norway will face England in the Miami quarterfinal. Norway reached this stage by upsetting Brazil 2-1 in the Round of 16, while England advanced with a 3-2 win over Mexico. That gives Miami a Saturday knockout match with two very different storylines: Norway looking to continue its darkhorse run after one of the tournament’s biggest results and England chasing a semifinal spot in one of the most high-demand matchups of the round.

Miami’s July heat, stadium logistics and weekend timing all matter here. Fans should arrive early, hydrate before reaching the venue and check the stadium’s bag, parking and mobile ticket policies before leaving.

Match 100: Kansas City quarterfinal

The fourth quarterfinal is scheduled for Saturday, July 11 at 8:00 p.m. CT at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium in Kansas City, Missouri where W95 will face W96.

This match will feature the winner of Argentina vs. Egypt against the winner of Switzerland vs. Colombia. That could make it one of the most emotionally charged quarterfinals if Argentina advances, with the defending champions looking to extend Lionel Messi's final World Cup run.

Because this is the final quarterfinal, it will also complete the semifinal bracket. The winner advances to face the Match 99 winner on July 15 in Atlanta.

Remaining World Cup schedule for the quarterfinal winners

The four quarterfinal winners move directly into the semifinals. The Match 97 winner (Morocco or France) plays the Match 98 winner on Tuesday, July 14, while the Match 99 winner (Norway or England) plays the Match 100 winner on Wednesday, July 15. Then, the semifinal winners advance to the July 19 Final, with the semifinal losers moving into the third-place match on July 18.

Should you buy World Cup quarterfinal tickets before the matchup is confirmed?

Buying before the matchup is fully confirmed can make sense if you care most about attending a quarterfinal in a specific city. It can also give fans more time to compare seats, coordinate travel and lock in plans before demand spikes around a popular team.

The tradeoff is uncertainty. You may know the venue, date and bracket path, but not both teams yet. That matters because prices can move quickly once a high-demand country advances.

If you are team-first, wait until your country officially advances. If you are experience-first, compare the four quarterfinal venues now and choose the match that works best for your location, travel plans and budget.

How to buy World Cup quarterfinal tickets safely

World Cup quarterfinal tickets are high-demand, and the pressure only gets higher as the bracket fills in. Fans may be trying to follow a specific country, make last-minute travel plans or lock in seats before a dream matchup becomes official. That urgency can create real opportunities, but it can also attract risky listings, fake screenshots and private sellers who want buyers to move too quickly.

The safest approach is to buy through a trusted ticket marketplace and avoid deals that ask you to leave the platform. Be careful with sellers on social media, message boards or group chats who ask for direct payment through apps, wire transfers or friends-and-family payments. If a seller is pushing screenshots, vague delivery promises or a price that looks far below the rest of the market, treat that as a warning sign.

Before you buy, make sure you know exactly which quarterfinal you are targeting. For knockout-stage matches, the match number matters just as much as the teams. Some listings may show a confirmed matchup, while others may still be listed as “winner vs. winner” until both Round of 16 games are complete. Check the match number, city, venue, date and kickoff time carefully so you do not accidentally buy for the wrong bracket slot.

You should also review how delivery works before checkout. For 2026 World Cup matches, the ticket you scan at the stadium will be accessed through FIFA’s mobile ticketing system, not a screenshot or PDF. That means you should use the correct email address when ordering, watch for delivery instructions and make sure your ticket is visible in FIFA’s system before heading to the stadium.

On SeatGeek, fans can search for World Cup 2026 tickets by match, team, host city or match number, then buy directly through the website or app. World Cup tickets sold on SeatGeek are backed by our Buyer Guarantee, which is designed to help protect buyers if tickets are not delivered in time, do not provide valid entry or do not match the order.

Before buying, check these details carefully:

• Make sure the match number matches the quarterfinal you want, especially if the teams are still listed as “winner vs. winner.”

• Confirm whether the matchup is fully set or still listed as winner vs. winner.

• Review the delivery method and timing so you understand when and how the tickets will arrive.

• Use all-in pricing when available so you can compare the full cost before checkout.

• Avoid screenshots, PDFs or private transfers that are not completed through an approved ticketing process.

• Do not send payment outside a trusted platform, especially through direct payment apps or social media sellers.

• Give yourself enough time before kickoff, since World Cup ticket transfers have a hard cutoff one hour before the match.

That last point is important. SeatGeek turns off listings before the transfer window closes to help avoid purchases that can no longer be delivered in time. If you are buying close to match day, do not wait until the final minutes. Give yourself time to complete the purchase, receive the transfer and confirm your ticket is active before you leave for the stadium.

How to get World Cup quarterfinal tickets on SeatGeek

World Cup quarterfinal tickets can be easier to navigate when you start with the basics, such as which city, which match number and whether the teams are already confirmed. Because the bracket is still taking shape, a little extra checking before checkout can help you avoid picking the wrong quarterfinal.

Follow these steps:

Step 1: Start with the right search

Go to SeatGeek's website or open the app and search for “World Cup” to find the match you are targeting.

Match numbers can also be helpful at this stage. If you know you want the Foxborough, Los Angeles, Miami or Kansas City quarterfinal, searching by Match 97, Match 98, Match 99 or Match 100 can help you get to the correct event.

Step 2: Confirm the event before you compare seats

Open the event and check the city, stadium, date and kickoff time. Quarterfinal listings may show confirmed teams, but some can still appear with bracket placeholders until the previous match is complete.

That matters if you are following one country. A listing tied to a quarterfinal slot is not automatically a ticket to see your team unless that team is already named in the matchup.

Step 3: Narrow the listings

Use filters to focus on the tickets that fit your plans. You can sort by the number of seats you need, your budget, preferred seating area or other available options on the event page.

This is useful for quarterfinals because the best fit may depend on your group. A pair near midfield, four seats together in the upper level and a lower-bowl splurge are very different searches.

Step 4: Compare the map, not just the lowest price

Use SeatGeek’s seat maps to see where each listing is located inside the stadium. Midfield sections usually give soccer fans the cleanest end-to-end view, lower-level seats bring you closer to the pace and noise of the match and higher seats can make the tactics easier to follow.

A cheaper ticket is not always the strongest choice. Look at the section, row, view, quantity and price together before deciding.

Step 5: Use Deal Score as a value check

As you compare options, look at Deal Score to help spot listings that stand out for the location and price. It can be especially helpful when two listings are close in cost but sit in different parts of the stadium.

When available, use all-in pricing so you are comparing the actual checkout cost instead of only the listed ticket price.

Step 6: Double-check the knockout-stage details

Before checkout, review the match number, matchup or bracket placeholder, venue, city, date, kickoff time, ticket quantity, section, row, seat notes, delivery information and total price.

This is the step where you should slow down. Quarterfinal tickets can look similar at a glance, especially when multiple events are listed with “winner vs. winner” language.

Step 7: Complete the order

Once the details look right, finish checkout through SeatGeek. After purchase, keep an eye on your SeatGeek account and email for confirmation and delivery updates.

Your SeatGeek confirmation shows that your order has been placed, but it is not the ticket you will scan at the stadium.

Step 8: Follow FIFA’s mobile ticketing process

World Cup tickets are delivered through FIFA’s official mobile ticketing system. Use the email address connected to your SeatGeek order when following FIFA’s delivery instructions.

Your live ticket will be accessed through FIFA’s system rather than scanned directly from the SeatGeek app. Seat details and barcodes may appear closer to match day, so continue checking for updates as the match approaches.

Step 9: Get your ticket ready before match day

Before you leave for the stadium, open FIFA’s mobile ticketing system and confirm that your ticket is visible, active and showing the correct event information. Charge your phone and make sure you can access the live ticket without relying on a screenshot.

If you are buying close to kickoff, leave enough time for the transfer to arrive and for the ticket to appear before the one-hour cutoff.

The quarterfinals are the last stop before the semifinals, and every match carries the weight of a World Cup run that is almost within reach. Pick the right match, check the details carefully and make sure your ticket is ready before you head to the stadium.