Spain vs Belgium: World Cup quarterfinal - prediction, start time, lineups

Spain is set to face Belgium in the 2026 FIFA World Cup quarterfinals in Los Angeles. Spain enters the match with a historic defensive record, while Belgium looks to continue their unpredictable knockout run after defeating the host nation, the USA.
Why it matters
This match is a high-stakes event in the 2026 World Cup, representing a clash between a defensive powerhouse and a resilient underdog.
Spain, aiming to reach the semifinals for the first time since 2010, face Belgium in Friday’s contest in Los Angeles.
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Who : Spain vs Belgium What : FIFA World Cup 2026 – quarterfinal Where : Los Angeles Stadium in California, United States When : Friday at noon (19:00 GMT) How to follow : We will have all the build-up on Al Jazeera Sport from 15:30 GMT before our live text commentary stream.
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