​Something has to give at SoFi Stadium on Friday as Spain and Belgium face off in a World Cup quarterfinal. The clash is set for 3 p.m. ET in Inglewood, California, with the winner advancing to a semifinal showdown against France on Tuesday in Arlington, Texas.
Spain has been near flawless on defense, with no goals conceded in five consecutive matches. Unai Simón has logged an impressive 609 scoreless minutes, a World Cup record for goalkeeper shutouts, and the 2010 champions have quietly navigated their bracket. They mauled Austria 3-0 and then edged Portugal 1-0 in the round of 16 thanks to Mikel Merino’s stoppage-time strike that sealed the win after a tense defensive battle.
By contrast, Belgium has shown resilience and late-game magic to reach this stage. In the round of 32, they fell behind 2-0 to Senegal before rallying to win 3-2, sparked by Youri Tielemans’ decisive goal. Then they delivered a commanding performance four days ago, defeating the United States 4-1. In that match, Charles De Ketelaere found the net twice while Romelu Lukaku continued his strong World Cup form, scoring two goals in that game and bringing his tournament total to three, matching the eight goals he has tallied in World Cup play across his career—an achievement that places him in a conversation with some of the tournament’s all-time legends.
TV and streaming details are as follows: FOX will carry the English-language broadcast, with FuboTV providing access. Telemundo and Peacock will handle the Spanish-language coverage. The date is Friday, July 10, and the game time is 3 p.m. ET (noon PT). The venue is SoFi Stadium in Inglewood, California.
This matchup has all the hallmarks of a classic quarterfinal showdown. Spain’s stingy defense and clinical finishing have carried them through the early rounds, while Belgium’s late surges and explosive attacking talent have kept them in the title conversation. The winner will take on France in the semifinal on Tuesday, a tough test that promises high drama and likely another tight, tactical battle. As both teams prepare to settle the tie, fans can expect a contest defined by strategic discipline, individual moments of brilliance, and a high-stakes atmosphere that only a World Cup quarterfinal can provide.