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Last updated: July 8, 2026, 5:31 AM ET

World Cup Quarterfinals Take Center Stage

The 2026 FIFA World Cup is down to its final eight teams, with European nations heavily represented. Six of the quarterfinalists hail from Europe, prompting analysis into their dominance and historical chances of winning the tournament Unusual or predictable? How. Individual star power is increasingly influential at this stage, with the tournament's most important players stepping up 8 most important players. Fans can test their knowledge with daily player identification quizzes Who am I? Guess.

Major Upsets and Standout Performances

Switzerland continued their historic World Cup run by eliminating Colombia and are set to face Argentina in the quarterfinals Argentina test, Switzerland will. Meanwhile, the tournament saw the departure of established stars. Mohamed Salah exited the World Cup, leaving a legacy as a legend in his own right, distinct from comparisons to Lionel Messi Salah bids goodbye. Cristiano Ronaldo's World Cup career concluded with Portugal's round of 16 exit, marking the end of an era Ronaldo's World Cup career.

USMNT's World Cup Journey Concludes

The United States men's national team's World Cup campaign ended in the round of 16 with a 4-1 defeat to Belgium World Cup reality check. Despite high expectations for their expensive and famous coach, the team's performance was