World Cup 2026 · Knockouts

Quarter-finals, explained.

Betting-focused previews of the World Cup 2026 quarter-finals — form analysis, market context and insights to help you understand how to wager on each knockout tie. For adults 18+ only.

Bracket

Route to the final

Quarter-final winners advance to the semi-finals, and on to MetLife Stadium for the final on 19 July.

Semi-finals
QF1 winner  vs  QF2 winner
QF3 winner  vs  QF4 winner
14–15 July · Arlington & Atlanta
Final
Semi-final winners meet for the trophy
19 July · MetLife Stadium, New York
Third place
Beaten semi-finalists play off
18 July · Miami Gardens
18+

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