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What we know about World Cup quarterfinals qualified teams, schedule so far
By Sanjesh Singh at NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth (KXAS) - Top Stories
· July 5, 2026
· 1 min read
The World Cup is trimming from 16 to eight.
Teams are punching their tickets to the quarterfinals as the matchups get tighter with the level of quality also increasing.
France and Morocco booked their respective spots first on Saturday and will meet in a rematch of the 2022 semifinals. Les ...
Key takeaway Norway upset Brazil 2-1 behind an Erling Haaland brace to claim the third spot on Sunday before England held on late to eliminate co-hosts Mexico 3-2.
Why this matters in Frisco News
As the World Cup narrows down to its quarterfinals, local soccer fans in Frisco will be keeping a close eye on the matchups. With France, Morocco, Norway, and England already securing their spots, the competition is heating up. The quarterfinal games, scheduled to take place from July 9 to July 11, will feature top-notch teams vying for a spot in the semifinals. While none of the quarterfinal games are scheduled to take place in the Dallas-Fort Worth area, local fans can still catch the action at watch parties or gatherings throughout the city. The presence of teams like England and France will likely draw significant interest from Frisco's diverse community, which has a strong following for international soccer. As the tournament progresses, Frisco residents can expect to see increased excitement and discussion around the World Cup, with many likely to gather at local sports bars and restaurants to cheer on their favorite teams.
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Published: July 5, 2026 ·
Source: NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth (KXAS) - Top Stories ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? The World Cup is trimming from 16 to eight.
Teams are punching their tickets to the quarterfinals as the matchups get tighter with the level of quality also increasing.
France and Morocco booked their respective spots first on Saturday and will meet in a rematch of the 2022 semifinals. Les ...
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