Switzerland secured the “least impressive” —in terms of quality—match of the 2026 World Cup, defeating Colombia 4-3 in a penalty shootout (0-0 after regulation and extra time) and advancing to the quarterfinals.

Thus, the Round of 16 of the 2026 World Cup has concluded, and we now know the four matchups that will determine the top four teams in the tournament.

The winners of the France–Morocco, Spain–Belgium, Norway vs. England, and Argentina vs. Switzerland will advance to compete for the 23rd World Cup.

The quarterfinal matchups

• July 9, 11:00 PM France vs. Morocco
• July 10, 10:00 p.m. Spain vs. Belgium 
• July 12, 12:00 a.m. Norway vs. England 
• July 12, 4:00 a.m. Argentina vs. Switzerland 

Round of 16 Results

• Canada vs. Morocco 0–3
• Paraguay – France 0–1
• Brazil – Norway 1-2
• Mexico – England 2-3
• Portugal – Spain 0–1
• USA – Belgium 1-4
• Argentina – Egypt 3-2
• Switzerland – Colombia 4-3 (0-0 after extra time)

*photo source: AP