The 2026 FIFA World Cup is observing its first scheduled rest day on July 8, 2026, with no matches taking place. The pause comes after the completion of an action-packed Round of 16 and before the start of the quarter-finals, giving the remaining eight teams time to recover, travel, and prepare for the next stage of the tournament.
The quarter-final lineup has now been confirmed. France will face Morocco on July 9, followed by Spain vs Belgium on July 10. The remaining quarter-finals on July 11 will feature Norway vs England and Argentina vs Switzerland, with the winners advancing to the semi-finals.
The Round of 16 produced several memorable moments, including Morocco’s dominant victory over Canada, Norway’s stunning upset of Brazil, Spain eliminating Portugal, and Argentina’s dramatic comeback win against Egypt. With only eight teams remaining, the race for the FIFA World Cup trophy has entered its most exciting phase, and fans around the world are eagerly awaiting the return of action after the one-day break.
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