Spain vs. Belgium World Cup 2026 Quarterfinal: Kickoff Time, TV Channel, and Live Stream Info
Spain’s solid defense will challenge Belgium’s powerful attack in their World Cup quarterfinal matchup. Spain has yet to concede a goal this tournament, marking a defensive milestone not seen since Italy in 1990. Their path here included a dramatic 91st-minute winner by Mikel Merino against Portugal, pushing them closer to their first semifinal since their 2010 championship.
Belgium arrives with momentum, having defeated the United States 4-1 in the Round of 16. Charles De Ketelaere scored twice, while Romelu Lukaku and Hans Vanaken each added a goal. This marks Belgium’s first quarterfinal appearance since finishing third in 2018, as they aim for their first World Cup title. Historically, Spain holds an advantage with five straight wins against Belgium, including a dominant 5-0 victory in 2009 qualifiers.
Key players to watch include Mikel Oyarzabal and Lamine Yamal for Spain, alongside Belgium’s Lukaku and Leandro Trossard. Goalkeepers Unai Simon and Thibaut Courtois have been active throughout the tournament, making crucial saves.
Kickoff Details for Spain vs. Belgium
The match is set for Friday, July 10, with kickoff at 3 p.m. Eastern Time. The venue is SoFi Stadium located in Inglewood, California. Here’s how kickoff times convert across US time zones:
- Eastern Time: 3 p.m.
- Central Time: 2 p.m.
- Mountain Time: 1 p.m.
- Pacific Time: 12 p.m.
Where to Watch Spain vs. Belgium
In the United States, FOX will broadcast the match. For streaming, options include fubo, Fox One, and the Fox Sports app or website. Fubo offers a free trial for new subscribers, providing access to ESPN, ABC, CBS, Fox, and over 100 other channels without cable.
Fans looking to watch live should consider starting a trial on fubo, allowing easy access to this and other World Cup matches.
Upcoming World Cup Matches
Following Spain vs. Belgium on July 10, action continues on July 11 with Norway facing England at 5 p.m. and Argentina taking on Switzerland at 9 p.m., all times Eastern.
Additional World Cup 2026 Information
- Dates: June 11 to July 19, 2026
- Host Countries: United States, Canada, Mexico
- Host Cities: 16 cities across the three countries, including Los Angeles, Toronto, Mexico City, and more
- Teams: Expanded field of 48 teams, up from 32
- Total Matches: 104 games from group stage through final
- Streaming Options: FOX and FS1 in English (available on fubo), Telemundo and Peacock in Spanish
- Final Match: Scheduled for Sunday, July 19, 2026, at MetLife Stadium (New York-New Jersey Stadium)
Kickoff times vary based on location and round, so checking the official schedule for local start times is recommended.






