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World Cup Quarterfinals: Star Power and Key Matchups

The 2026 World Cup quarterfinals feature a powerhouse lineup including Argentina, France, and Spain, as elite stars like Mbappé and Haaland lead their teams toward the trophy.

With stars like Mbappé aiming for a third World Cup trophy, France faces Morocco in a rematch of the 2022 semifinal. Morocco, fresh off wins over the Netherlands and Canada, hopes to reach the final for the first time since 2022. Despite an injury to striker Ismael Saibari, Morocco's midfield, led by Azzedine Ounahi, possesses the quality to upset the favorites. albergomalica.it

Meanwhile, Spain enters the clash with Belgium known for its possession style, though the team's stingy defense has been the standout feature. La Roja has yet to concede a goal in five games, relying on a strong back line featuring Laporte and Cubarsí to navigate the knockout stage.