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Spain's unbeaten defence to meet Belgium's late surge in LA quarter-final

European champions Spain are on a World Cup collision course with Kylian Mbappe's France, if they can beat Belgium in the quarter-finals on Friday.

Radio France Internationale

Spain confront Belgium in World Cup quarter-finals, winner to face France

Spain and Belgium are set to face off in the World Cup quarter-finals on Friday. The winner of the match will go on to be tested against Kylian Mbappé's formidable France.

France 24

Forget Lamine Yamal and Pedri – why impenetrable Spain are built on a rock-solid defence

Spain remain the only team yet to concede a goal and have shattered clean sheet records at this tournament – but can Belgium go where no team has gone before this summer in the all-European quarter-final clash?

The Independent UK

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How to watch Spain vs Belgium FOR FREE: TV channel and live stream for World Cup quarter-final today

Winners know a semi-final showdown against France awaits

Evening Standard

France book World Cup semi-final place with win over Morocco thanks to Mbappé, Dembélé

Les Bleus advanced to the World Cup semi-finals for the third consecutive time on Thursday. Didier Deschamps' side struggled for the first 45 minutes against Morocco’s defence before making the breakthrough in the second half thanks to Kylian Mbappé and Ousmane Dembélé (2-0). They will face Spain or Belgium for…

France 24

Is Spain vs Belgium on TV? Channel, kick-off time and how to watch World Cup quarter-final

Spain face Belgium in a clash of European giants with a place in the World Cup 2026 semi-finals on the line

The Independent UK

Belgium take strength from ‘millions and millions’ of new fans before Spain clash

Rudi Garcia has said Belgium will take ‘incredible strength’ from the Folarin Balogun red card saga when they come up against Spain in World Cup quarter-final

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This US World Cup controversy exposes the corruption of the beautiful game

THERE was a wave of relief throughout the football world on Tuesday when Belgium defeated the USA 4-1 in their last-16 knock-out game in the World…

The National (Scotland)

Who won yesterday FIFA World Cup football match? France vs Morocco – Who reached the semi-finals after intense clash

France secured a World Cup semi-final spot after defeating Morocco 2-0. Kylian Mbappe scored a stunning goal, and Ousmane Dembele added another. Mbappe also reached twenty World Cup appearances at twenty-seven years old. He is now the tournament's joint top scorer with eight goals. France awaits a semi-final match against…

The Economic Times

Spain vs. Belgium: Complete Head-to-Head Record Ahead of World Cup Clash

The first ever battle between the European giants took place back in 1921.

Sports Illustrated

FIFA World Cup 2026: France beat Morocco 2-0 to reach semi-finals

France secured a two-nil victory over Morocco in their World Cup quarter-final match. Kylian Mbappe scored a superb goal after missing an earlier penalty kick. Ousmane Dembele added a second goal for France six minutes later. This win propels France into the World Cup semi-finals against Belgium or Spain. The…

The Economic Times

Spain vs. Belgium—World Cup: Preview, Predictions and Lineups

Spain has won over half of its 22 battles with Belgium, dating all the way back to 1921.

Sports Illustrated

Mexico vs. England World Cup Thriller Makes U.S. History With Incredible Record Set

The round of 16 bout between Mexico and England kept audiences on the edge of their seats.

Sports Illustrated

Every Possible Semifinal Match at the 2026 World Cup

France became the first team to book its spot in the final four of this enthralling tournament.

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The Guardian - UK

‘There is a magnificent balance’: how Spain built a record-breaking defence

The Spain goalkeeper Unai Simón has not conceded a goal at the World Cup and, worryingly for Belgium, he has not had to face that many shots

Tom’s Guide

I asked ChatGPT, Gemini and Perplexity who will win the World Cup now that it's down to 8 teams — here's the winner (hint: it's not unanimous)

Now that the 2026 FIFA World Cup is down to eight teams for its quarterfinals, I asked ChatGPT, Gemini and Perplexity for their predictions for which team will win it all.

Sports Illustrated

Belgium Predicted Lineup vs. Spain: World Cup Quarterfinal

Belgium has hit its stride after scoring 12 goals across its last three World Cup matches.

Euronews

Is Belgium becoming a narco-state? Belgian politicians debate on The Ring

Brussels and Antwerp have seen rising drug-related shootings and turf wars among trafficking networks. Has Belgium lost control of the drug issue? Brussels Mayor Philippe Close and conservative opposition politician Mathias Vanden Borre (N-VA) go head-to-head in this edition.

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Sports Illustrated

Spain Predicted Lineup vs. Belgium: World Cup Quarterfinal

Spain has reached the World Cup quarterfinals without conceding a single goal.

The Guardian - US

Christian Pulisic suffered leg fracture in US loss to Belgium, out for several weeks

The Milan forward was subbed out of the Americans’ 4-1 loss to Belgium, capping a disappointing World Cup

Evening Standard

Belgium XI vs Spain: DE BRUYNE IN - Starting lineup, confirmed team news, injury latest for World Cup 2026 today

Kevin De Bruyne gets recall as Red Devils handed major midfield selection blow

TechRadar

How to watch the FIFA World Cup 2026 semi-finals: Free Streams, TV Channels & Kick-Off times

Here's how to watch the FIFA World Cup 2026 semi-finals online for free from anywhere as France take on Spain and England play Argentina.

The Independent UK

Christian Pulisic suffered fractured leg in USA’s World Cup loss to Belgium

Christian Pulisic was taken off in the second half against Belgium after suffering an injury

TechRadar

World Cup 2026 live stream: TV Channels and Fixtures worldwide

Here's how you can watch World Cup 2026 live streams from anywhere in the world, as the semi-finals conclude with England vs Argentina.

The Independent UK

Friday’s sport: What’s on and where can I watch it?

The World Cup quarter-finals continue with Spain facing Belgium.

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