Spain meet Belgium today in the second World Cup 2026 quarter-final tie. The winners will face France in next week's semi-final after Les Bleus defeated Morocco 2-0 in Boston.
Spain's Impeccable Defence
La Roja, the reigning European champions, are the only team left in the tournament yet to concede a goal. They booked their quarter-final place with a last-gasp 1-0 win over rivals Portugal, courtesy of an Arsenal midfielder Mikel Merino strike in second-half stoppage time. That victory extended Spain's winning streak to four matches since a surprise draw with Cape Verde in their opening group game.
Belgium's Resurgence
Belgium have looked like a different prospect since topping their group. A stunning comeback victory over Senegal set up a last-16 clash with co-hosts the USA, where they produced a statement performance. Manager Rudi Garcia has made bold decisions throughout the tournament, including leaving Kevin De Bruyne and Jeremy Doku on the bench in the last round.
Date, Kick-Off Time and Venue
Spain vs Belgium is scheduled for an 8pm BST kick-off today, Friday, July 10, 2026. The match will take place at Los Angeles Stadium (SoFI Stadium) in Inglewood, California.
Where to Watch Spain vs Belgium for FREE
TV channel: In the UK, the game will be televised live and free to air on BBC One, with coverage starting at 7.30pm BST. Live stream: UK viewers can also catch the contest live online via the BBC iPlayer or BBC Sport website. Live blog: You can follow all the action on matchday via Standard Sport's live blog. Free highlights: World Cup highlights are available on FIFA's official YouTube channel, along with the BBC iPlayer and ITVX app.
Spain vs Belgium Team News
Spain have concerns over Nico Williams and Yeremy Pino, as the pair are yet to be available for any of the knockout games. New Liverpool signing Victor Munoz has recovered from a knock that forced him to miss the rest of the group phase, but is unlikely to start or feature here.
Spain squad: Goalkeepers: Unai Simon, David Raya, Joan Garcia. Defenders: Marcos Llorente, Marc Pubill, Pedro Porro, Aymeric Laporte, Eric Garcia, Pau Cubarsi, Marc Cucurella, Alejandro Grimaldo. Midfielders: Rodri, Martin Zubimendi, Mikel Merino, Pedri, Gavi, Fabian Ruiz, Alex Baena. Forwards: Yeremy Pino, Victor Munoz, Mikel Oyarzabal, Ferran Torres, Lamine Yamal, Dani Olmo, Nico Williams, Borja Iglesias.
Belgium manager Rudi Garcia will be forced into at least one change after Amadou Onana was ruled out after rupturing the anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) in his right knee. Garcia has made big decisions throughout the tournament, and in the last-16 win over the USA, he opted to leave both Kevin De Bruyne and Jeremy Doku on the bench.
Belgium squad: Goalkeepers: Thibaut Courtois, Senne Lammens, Mike Penders. Defenders: Timothy Castagne, Zeno Debast, Maxim de Cuyper, Koni de Winter, Brandon Mechele, Thomas Meunier, Nathan Ngoy, Joaquin Seys, Arthur Theate. Midfielders: Kevin De Bruyne, Amadou Onana, Nicolas Raskin, Youri Tielemans, Hans Vanaken, Axel Witsel. Forwards: Charles de Ketelaere, Jeremy Doku, Matias Fernandez-Pardo, Romelu Lukaku, Dodi Lukebakio, Diego Moreira, Alexis Saelemaekers, Leandro Trossard.
Spain vs Belgium Prediction
Not many will have predicted Belgium to be here. Far from convincing in their opening two group games, they trailed by two in the 85th minute against Senegal before taking on the host nation in the last 16. However, facing Spain will be a step up, and we think it will be a game too far for the Red Devils, with the European champions improving with each match. Prediction: Spain to win, 2-0.
Head to Head History
Spain wins: 12. Belgium wins: 5. Draws: 5.
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