The Road to the Final Narrows to Eight as Messi, Yamal, Mbappé, Haaland and more Fight for a Spot in the Semifinals
JULY 8, 2026 – MIAMI, FL – Following record-breaking audiences and an unprecedented presentation of the FIFA World Cup 2026™, Telemundo’s exclusive Spanish-language coverage continues with the Quarterfinals beginning July 9. Fans can watch every match live on Telemundo, Peacock, and the Telemundo App, as the world’s biggest sporting event enters its next chapter with the final 8 teams battling for a coveted spot in the semifinals.
As the race to the FIFA World Cup 2026™ Final intensifies, Telemundo’s team of commentators, analysts, hosts and reporters will continue delivering comprehensive coverage from across the United States. Led by the legendary voices of Andres Cantor, Luis Omar Tapia and Jose Luis Lopez Salido, providing unmatched insight and expert analysis throughout the quarterfinals.
The quarterfinals deliver four incredible matchups packed with star power and history. Spain vs. Belgium on Friday, July 10, 3:00 p.m. ET in Los Angeles Stadium, with Spain having punched their ticket to the quarterfinal by eliminating Cristiano Ronaldo in his final World Cup. They now take on Belgium, who just snuffed out the United States’ historic run with a dominant 4–1 victory.
The final quarterfinal features defending world champion Argentina vs. Switzerland on Saturday, July 11, at 9:00 p.m. ET from Kansas City Stadium. Led by Lionel Messi, Argentina continues its quest to defend its FIFA World Cup™ title after advancing past Egypt in the Round of 16. Standing in its way is a resilient Switzerland squad that has quietly emerged as one of the tournament’s biggest surprises, setting the stage for a compelling quarterfinal between one of the competition’s perennial favorites and a team looking to make history.
How to Stream the FIFA World Cup 2026™ Round of 16
As Telemundo’s streaming home, Peacock will continue to stream every FIFA World Cup 2026™ match live in Spanish, featuring immersive Dolby Atmos® audio and Peacock’s interactive viewing features. Fans can access the Spanish-language World Cup Hub, featuring live matches, highlights and tournament coverage, along with fan-favorite features including Vision de Campo, Catch Up with Key Plays, Can’t Miss Highlights, Live Picks and Trivia, delivering an enhanced viewing experience throughout the knockout rounds.
FIFA World Cup 2026™ Round of 16 Commentary Teams on Telemundo and Peacock
| DATE | TIME (ET) | MATCH | COMMENTARY TEAM |
| Thu., July 9 | 4:00 PM | France vs. Morocco | Jose Luis Lopez Salido, Jorge Calvo, Andres Guardado, Roque Santa Cruz, Miguel Gurwitz, Lindsay Casinelli, Diana Rincon, Enzo Olivera, Stephanie Chaverri, Martin Vazquez |
| Fri., July 10 | 3:00 PM | Spain vs. Belgium | Luis Omar Tapia, Diego Balado, Guti, Nuno Gomes, Ivan Zamorano, Carlota Vizmanos, Carmen Boquin, Diana Rincon, Manuel Sanchez, Cindy Imperial, Eugeni Karolyi, Jaime Herrera |
| Sat., July 11 | 5:00 PM | Norway vs. England | Copan Alvarez, Jaime Macias, Andres Guardado, Antonio Valencia, Diego Lugano, Jozy Altidore, Lindsay Casinelli, Miguel Gurwitz, Carlos Yustis, Piero Menor, Jaime Herrera |
| Sat., July 11 | 9:00 PM | Argentina vs. Switzerland | Andres Cantor, Omar Zeron, Jose Pekerman, Maxi Rodriguez, Gabriel Batistuta, Roque Santa Cruz, Carlota Vizmanos, Adriana Monsalve, Juan Ballesteros, Barbara Roskin, Martin Vazquez |
Where to Watch the FIFA World Cup 2026™ in New York City
In celebration of FIFA World Cup 2026™, The FIFA World Cup 26™ NYNJ Host Committee (“NYNJ Host Committee”), Telemundo and Rockefeller Center is hosting the official NYNJ World Cup 2026 & Telemundo Fan Village at Rockefeller Center until July 19. Bringing the excitement of the world’s game to Midtown Manhattan, the Fan Village transforms the heart of New York City into the ultimate watch party for fans from around the globe with a dynamic line up of match screenings and programming.
At the heart of the Fan Village, Rockefeller Center’s iconic Rink has been transformed into a dynamic soccer pitch and live match viewing destination. Anchored by Telemundo watch parties and live match coverage, alongside interactive programming, special appearances, and immersive soccer-inspired activations, the pitch brings fans together to celebrate the excitement, energy, and global spirit of the FIFA World CupTM in the center of Manhattan.
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NBCUniversal Telemundo Enterprises leads the media industry in the production and distribution of Spanish-language content for U.S. Hispanics and audiences around the world. The company serves U.S. Hispanics through its national broadcast network, the cable network Universo, and digital platforms including the Telemundo app, a suite of FAST channels, and streaming services, such as Peacock, among others. The Telemundo Network offers Spanish-language entertainment, news, and sports content reaching 96% of U.S. Hispanic TV households in 210 markets through 30 owned stations and 94 affiliate stations. Telemundo also owns an independent station serving Puerto Rico. Anchored on Telemundo Studios, the network is the #1 producer of scripted Spanish-language content in the U.S., and the only network to produce original content specifically for US Hispanic audiences. Offering over 600 hours of reality TV shows a year, and top-rated live specials such as the Billboard Latin Music Awards and Miss Universe, Telemundo is considered the undisputed Home of Live TV in Hispanic media. The network is also the exclusive Spanish-language home of the world’s two most popular sporting events, the FIFA World Cup and the Olympic Games. NBCUniversal Telemundo Enterprises is a division of NBCUniversal, a subsidiary of Comcast Corporation.
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