England vs Norway and Argentina vs Switzerland kick off the quarter-finals; here's what fans need to know.
With just half a dozen teams left, World Cup 2026 is entering its decisive phase. England faces Norway in Miami tonight (5pm EDT/10pm BST), while holders Argentina will take on Switzerland in Kansas City tomorrow morning (8pm local time/2am BST/11am AEST). Spain’s Luis de la Fuente has high expectations for the semi-final showdown with France, saying 'we need to be wary of Norway’s collective strength and unity.' Meanwhile, there are mixed feelings about Belgium's golden generation as Jeff Rueter suggests it might come to an end.
Spurs captain Harry Kane shared a rare personal moment this week, confirming he once played golf with US President Donald Trump during his stint in Florida. Kane described the experience as 'surreal,' praising the president for his game and adding that he hopes to play better when he’s older. Trump has been effusive about Kane's skills on both fields.
England faces Norway
Manager Emma Hayes warned England about expecting too much from their star players, saying they need to look at the whole team against Norway, a collective that she found impressive due to its unity and strength. As the quarter-final kicks off today, fans will be on tenterhooks.
Argentina vs Switzerland
As for Argentina, fans are looking forward to another classic clash between Lionel Messi and his new partner in crime at Barça, Erling Haaland. Manager Rudi Garcia of Belgium offered some post-match quotes, adding his perspective on the evolving fortunes of his former nation’s team.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is going to win the World Cup 2026?
No one can predict exactly which teams will raise the trophy come December. This year's remaining six teams—France, Spain, England, Norway, Argentina, and Switzerland—are all formidable.
When do the quarter-finals start?
The first matches kick off tonight at 5pm EDT in Miami with England vs Norway, followed by one on Tuesday at 8pm local time (2am BST/11am AEST) in Kansas City between Argentina and Switzerland. More to come tomorrow.
What did Kane say about playing golf with Trump?
Harry Kane confirmed he played a round of golf with then-US President Donald Trump, describing it as 'surreal' but praising the president for his skills on the green. They reportedly played in Palm Beach, Florida, around 18 months ago.