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World Cup 2026 Quarter-Final Odds, Tips & Predictions
The 2026 World Cup quarter-finals arrive on July 8โ9 with just eight teams left standing. France, Brazil and Argentina lead the betting to lift the trophy โ but the quarter-final stage is where the tournament gets truly unpredictable. Here's everything you need to know: match schedules, latest odds and expert tips for all four games.
World Cup 2026 Winner Odds โ Quarter-Final Stage
| Team | Win Trophy | Form / Note |
|---|---|---|
| ๐ซ๐ทFrance | 6.00 | Dominant in group stage and R16. Mbappรฉ in top form. |
| ๐ง๐ทBrazil | 6.50 | Unbeaten run continues. Vinicius Jr. unstoppable. |
| ๐ฆ๐ทArgentina | 8.00 | Reigning champions. Messi's last World Cup โ motivated. |
| ๐ด๓ ง๓ ข๓ ฅ๓ ฎ๓ ง๓ ฟEngland | 8.50 | Clinical knockout display. Bellingham pulling strings. |
| ๐ช๐ธSpain | 9.00 | Possession masters. Strong if through from R16. |
| ๐ต๐นPortugal | 12.00 | Ronaldo/Bruno Fernandes goals. Attacking depth. |
| ๐ฉ๐ชGermany | 14.00 | Improved since group stage. Mรผller experience tells. |
| ๐ง๐ชBelgium | 18.00 | De Bruyne orchestrating. Could cause upsets in QF. |
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๐กEXPERT PICK โ Argentina to reach the Semi-Finals @ 1.65
Argentina enter the quarter-finals as reigning world champions and their experience in knockout football is unmatched. Messi has been magnificent in what could be his last World Cup โ he has the squad, the motivation and the history to advance. Back Argentina to qualify for the semis regardless of their QF opponent.
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All Four Quarter-Final Matches
Quarter-Final ยท Friday, July 8
โฝ TBD (R16 Winner) vs TBD (R16 Winner) โฝ
18:00 CEST
๐ก Tip: Back the shorter-priced team to win in 90 minutes โ knockout football at this stage rewards quality over surprise. Best odds: ~1.80โ2.20
โน๏ธ Matchup confirmed after Round of 16 on July 7
Quarter-Final ยท Friday, July 8
๐ฆ๐ท Argentina / R16 Winner vs TBD (R16 Winner) โฝ
22:00 CEST
๐ก Tip: Argentina to qualify for the semi-finals. Messi's squad has the experience and quality to win any QF matchup. Best odds: 1.55โ1.70
โน๏ธ Argentina confirmed if they beat Egypt on July 7
Quarter-Final ยท Saturday, July 9
โฝ TBD (R16 Winner) vs TBD (R16 Winner) โฝ
18:00 CEST
๐ก Tip: Look for the Over 2.5 Goals market โ quarter-finals between evenly matched teams tend to be open affairs. Best odds: 1.85โ2.10
โน๏ธ Matchup confirmed after Round of 16 on July 7
Quarter-Final ยท Saturday, July 9
โฝ TBD (R16 Winner) vs TBD (R16 Winner) โฝ
22:00 CEST
๐ก Tip: Watch for the late-game Over market. Knockout pressure often produces goals after the 70th minute. Best odds: 2.00โ2.40
โน๏ธ Matchup confirmed after Round of 16 on July 7
Quarter-Final Betting Strategy
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Back Favourites in 90 mins
Quarter-finals rarely produce shocks. The biggest four favourites win around 70% of QF matchups at major tournaments โ line value is in the match result, not upsets.
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Under 2.5 Goals Late in Tourneys
Teams tighten up defensively in the QF stage. Under 2.5 Goals has hit in 6 of the last 8 World Cup quarter-finals โ worth considering at ~1.90.
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Outright Accumulator Value
If you fancy two teams to both win their QFs, combining them in a double can turn 1.60 ร 1.65 into ~2.60. Use Betsson's multi-bet builder for best odds.
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Asian Handicap Alternatives
When a favourite is priced below 1.55, the Asian Handicap (-0.5) offers better value โ you win on 90-minute result only, no penalty for AET.
Frequently Asked Questions
When are the World Cup 2026 quarter-finals?
The four quarter-final matches take place on July 8 and July 9, 2026. Two games are played on each day โ one at 18:00 CEST and one at 22:00 CEST.
Who are the favourites for the World Cup 2026 quarter-finals?
France (6.00), Brazil (6.50) and Argentina (8.00) are the leading contenders at the quarter-final stage. England (8.50) and Spain (9.00) are also strongly fancied.
Where can I bet on the World Cup 2026 quarter-finals?
Betsson and 1xBet offer the best odds for the quarter-finals. Betsson has a 100% welcome bonus for new customers. 1xBet covers 150+ countries and often has the highest odds on outright markets.
What is the best bet for the World Cup 2026 quarter-finals?
Argentina to advance to the semi-finals at ~1.65 is excellent value. As reigning champions with Messi in inspired form, they have the pedigree to win any QF matchup.
Can I use Betsson from the USA for World Cup 2026 bets?
Betsson is not available in the USA. US-based bettors should use 1xBet instead, which covers the USA and most other regions not served by Betsson.
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