The FIFA World Cup 2026 has reached the stage where every game feels like a final. The field has been cut from 32 teams to eight, former champions have fallen, and only two wins now separate the teams from a place in the final.
With every quarter-final live on SuperSport via DStv and GOtv, the next four days promise heavyweight clashes, career-defining moments and fresh opportunities for football’s biggest stars to leave their mark on the tournament.
Morocco Carry Africa’s Hopes
Morocco have already eliminated the Netherlands and Canada to become the continent’s last team standing. Their reward is a blockbuster meeting with France on Thursday, 9 July at 9:00pm, live on SS World Cup Central (DStv Ch. 202, GOtv Ch. 61), SS World Cup Extra (DStv Ch.203, GOtv Ch. 65) and SS WC Naija (DStv Ch. 204, GOtv Ch. 62) for Pidgin commentary.
France have looked every bit the tournament favourites behind Kylian Mbappé’s seven goals, but Morocco have built another fearless World Cup run. Victory would send the Atlas Lions back into the semi-finals and keep Africa’s dream alive.
Can Anyone Score Against Spain?
Spain have quietly become one of the tournament’s most complete teams. They are the only nation yet to concede a goal at the World Cup, pairing defensive discipline with clinical finishing to reach the last eight.
That perfect record faces another examination against Belgium on Friday, 10 July at 8:00 pm. Belgium have already eliminated Senegal and the United States and possess enough attacking quality to test Spain’s remarkable defence.
Norway vs England Could Steal the Show
Some quarter-finals simply feel bigger. Norway’s meeting with England on Saturday, 11 July at 10:00 pm brings together two sides growing stronger with every match. Norway stunned Brazil to reach the last eight, while England have overcome DR Congo and Mexico to keep their title hopes alive.
It also sets up one of the tournament’s biggest individual battles as Erling Haaland and Harry Kane go head-to-head with a semi-final place on the line.
Heavyweights Keep Falling
Every knockout round has claimed another giant. Germany were stunned by Paraguay on penalties. Brazil fell to Norway. Portugal were edged out by Spain, while the Netherlands were sent home by Morocco.
The message has been clear throughout this World Cup: reputation alone guarantees nothing. Every remaining team has earned its place, and another heavyweight could yet join the growing list of casualties before the semi-finals.
Quarter-final Fixtures
● France vs Morocco – Thu, 9 Jul, 9:00 PM
● Spain vs Belgium – Fri, 10 Jul, 8:00 PM
● Norway vs England – Sat, 11 Jul, 10:00 PM
● Argentina vs Switzerland – Sun, 12 Jul, 2:00 AM
SuperSport Brings The Action Live
Every remaining match of the FIFA World Cup 2026 will be live on SuperSport via DStv and GOtv. Fans can watch on SS World Cup Central (DStv Ch. 202, GOtv Ch. 61) and SS World Cup Extra (DStv Ch. 203, GOtv Ch. 65), with dedicated Pidgin commentary on SS WC Naija (DStv Ch. 204, GOtv Ch. 62).
SuperSport’s coverage also includes round-the-clock highlights, expert analysis and magazine shows, including The Morning Cup with Basketmouth, so fans never miss the biggest moments.
Watch from home or stream every match live on DStv Stream. New customers can still take advantage of the DStv decoder, dish and one-month Compact subscription offer for just ₦15,000, while existing customers can reconnect from ₦6,000 on DStv and ₦5,800 on GOtv.
