The 2026 World Cup’s second quarterfinal pits Spain, unbeaten and yet to concede a goal, against Belgium, riding an 18-match unbeaten run. Kickoff is 3 p.m. ET today from Los Angeles on FOX. Here’s the full schedule, times, channels, and every way to stream, including free and Spanish-language options.

Key Takeaways

• Spain vs Belgium kicks off today at 3 p.m. ET on FOX
• The match is at Los Angeles Stadium in the quarterfinals
• Stream it on FOX One, Fubo, or YouTube TV
• Spanish coverage airs on Telemundo and streams on Peacock
• The winner advances to face France in the semifinals

Today’s Match: When, Where, Who

Here’s the headline fixture. Spain and Belgium meet in their 2026 FIFA World Cup quarterfinal on Friday, July 10, at 3:00 p.m. ET / 12:00 p.m. PT, played at Los Angeles Stadium.

FOX brands this the second quarterfinal of the round. It follows France’s win over Morocco and precedes two more quarterfinals tomorrow, part of a slate that runs July 9 through July 11.

The stakes are steep. This is a straight knockout, so if the score is level after 90 minutes it goes to extra time and, if needed, penalties, with the winner booking a semifinal date against France next week.

How to Watch in the US (TV and Streaming)

For English-language coverage, the home is FOX. The match airs on FOX, with the game streaming live and on demand on FOX One and the FOX Sports app.

Cord-cutters have a direct option. FOX One is Fox’s standalone streaming service, priced at $19.99 per month or $199.99 per year, bundling FOX’s channels including FS1 and local FOX stations in one place.

Live-TV streamers work too. Services like Fubo and YouTube TV carry FOX, FS1, and the Spanish-language channels, and YouTube TV is currently running an introductory deal starting around $67.99 per month with a free trial for new users. One caveat: YouTube TV live streams can run on a slight delay, which matters if you’re avoiding spoilers.

How to Watch in Spanish and for Free

Spanish-language fans are well covered. Today’s match is broadcast on Telemundo and streams on Peacock, with Universo also carrying World Cup coverage in Spanish.

Peacock is the budget streaming route. An ad-supported plan runs about $11 per month and includes NBC’s Spanish-language broadcasts of every 2026 World Cup game, plus a large on-demand library.

There are ways to trim the cost further. Walmart+ includes Peacock at no extra charge, and free-trial windows on services like Fubo and YouTube TV can let you catch a match without paying, while an over-the-air antenna picks up your local FOX broadcast for free.

The Rest of the Quarterfinal Schedule

Here’s how the full quarterfinal round lines up, all times Eastern:

• France 2-0 Morocco: completed Thursday at Boston Stadium
• Spain vs Belgium: today, 3:00 p.m. (FOX/Telemundo), Los Angeles Stadium
• Norway vs England: Saturday, 5:00 p.m. (FOX/Telemundo), Miami Stadium
• Argentina vs Switzerland: Saturday, 9:00 p.m. (FOX/Telemundo)

The bracket then narrows fast. The semifinals take place July 14 and July 15 across the three host nations, with the final set for July 19 at New York New Jersey Stadium.

The Matchup: Spain’s Wall vs Belgium’s Streak

This is a clash of two unbeaten sides with contrasting identities. Spain have been near-flawless, going 4-0-1 through five matches while outscoring opponents 9-0 without conceding once.

Their goalkeeper is rewriting records. Unai Simón has set a World Cup mark with six consecutive clean sheets and a shutout streak spanning 609 minutes across the 2022 and 2026 tournaments, with Mikel Oyarzabal leading the attack on four goals.

Belgium arrive dangerous in their own right. They’re 3-0-2 and unbeaten in 18 straight matches after Romelu Lukaku’s goal off the bench sparked a 4-1 demolition of the USA in the round of 16, with Arsenal’s Leandro Trossard pacing them for assists.

There’s a generational subplot. Spain’s 18-year-old Lamine Yamal, already a Ballon d’Or nominee, has been quiet with one goal and no assists so far, and if he rediscovers his club form against Belgium’s veteran core, Spain’s ceiling rises sharply.

What to Watch For

The central question is whether Spain can finally score freely. Their defense is airtight, but analysts note they’ll eventually need more cutting edge up front to win a title, and Belgium’s experienced back line will test that.

Belgium’s route is through transition. Trossard has been their best player at the tournament, and breaking down Spain’s impenetrable defense may hinge on his ability to create and take chances in tight spaces.

The prize sharpens everything. The winner steps into a semifinal against France next week, so both unbeaten runs collide today with a place in the final four on the line. Kickoff is 3:00 p.m. ET on FOX.

Digital Trendings is your trusted source for AI news and updates, stay tuned for more.