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Tonight the spotlight falls on Spain and Belgium as they clash at the iconic SoFi Stadium in a mouth-watering World Cup quarter-final. This is one of those fixtures that grabs neutrals and purists alike: two nations with pedigree, plenty to prove and a semi-final spot d... show more

There’s a proper continental showdown coming up as France welcome Morocco to Boston — a rematch of the 2022 semi-final that still lingers in the memory. This knockout tie matters: France want to prove they’re the tournament’s benchmark and Morocco are desperate to repea... show more

Here we go — a mouth-watering knockout tie as Switzerland take on Colombia at Vancouver Stadium. It’s the kind of fixture that makes neutrals grin: a solid European side with a habit of early goals versus a free-flowing South American outfit that can punish any lapse. W... show more

It’s a heavyweight clash as Portugal take on Spain at Stade de Dallas – Arlington, and you can feel the tension in the air. This round of 16 tie matters more than pride — it’s a chance to crash into the latter stages and put a real marker down in the 2026 World Cup. For... show more

There’s a real carnival feel to this tie as Argentina prepare to face Egypt at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta — a clash that pits reigning world champions against an inspired African side making rare knockout noise. This fixture matters because it’s not just about pro... show more

Get your scarves on and your fancy slips ready — this is the sort of knockout tie that keeps neutrals glued to the telly. The USA welcome Belgium to Lumen Field in Seattle for a World Cup round-of-16 showdown that promises pace, poise and the occasional bit of chaos. Bo... show more

There’s a proper sense of occasion as Mexico welcome England to the Azteca Stadium for a mouth-watering World Cup round of 16 tie. The noise, the altitude and that intimidating home record make this one of those matches where form goes out of the window and character is... show more

Expect fireworks when Brazil meet Norway at New Jersey in a mouth-watering World Cup round-of-16 tie. This one matters — Brazil hunting a record sixth title, Norway chasing a first-ever run into the quarters. Form, fitness and finishing will decide who progresses and th... show more

Roll up your flags and tune in — this is the kind of clash that gets neutrals reaching for a pint and the pundits polishing their crystal balls. The Round of 16 brings Paraguay up against France in Philadelphia, a fixture that pits South American grit against European f... show more

Right then, strap in — this is a proper knock-out clash. Hosts Canada take on dark horses Morocco in Houston, a clash that matters for history as much as it does for pride. Canada will be chasing a first ever quarter-final at a World Cup, while Morocco arrive full of co... show more