The World Cup quarter‑finals promise historic clashes, with France facing Morocco at Atlanta Stadium. Morocco, unbeaten in 34 matches, will test France’s long‑standing dominance— France has won 7 straight World Cup games and 11 of 12 recent outings. Kylian Mbappe remains the star, chasing the Golden Boot and all‑time scoring record.

In Los Angeles, Belgium will try to break Spain’s defensive spell. Belgium have netted 13 goals, the third‑highest tally, while Spain boast six consecutive clean sheets and an expected‑goals‑against average of 0.3. Romelu Lukaku has scored three times off the bench, and Leandro Trossard has supplied two goals and two assists.

Miami hosts a striker duel of the ages: Erling Haaland (7 goals in 4 games, 62 international goals) versus England captain Harry Kane (14 World Cup goals). Haaland’s 14‑match scoring streak tops Kane’s 27 goals in 14 games.

In Kansas City, Argentina will face Switzerland. Messi now has eight World Cup goals after missing two penalties, while Switzerland’s 1954 quarter‑final appearance adds historic weight. These matchups will decide who advances to the final and shape the teams’ legacies.