World Cup 2026: Quarter-final kick-off times in the UAE
The World Cup 2026 quarter-finals begin this week, with eight teams competing for a place in the last four
Can you believe it – the World Cup 2026 moves into the Quarter-Finals this weekend as the remaining eight teams battle for a place in the semi-finals. With the competition now deep into its final knockout rounds, there’s only one goal in sight – a place in the last four.
At this stage of the tournament, margins are razor-thin, and fans can expect high-intensity clashes as football’s biggest nations continue their push for glory. From early kick-offs to late-night fixtures, the schedule is packed with must-watch encounters that are set to define the road to the final.
For fans in the UAE, timing is everything, especially with matches taking place across different time zones. To make things easier, we’ve rounded up the full quarter-final kick-off schedule below, converted into UAE time so you can plan your viewing accordingly – whether you’re catching the action at home, at work, or on the go.
So clear your schedule, stock up on snacks, and get ready for another blockbuster stage of World Cup drama as the race for the trophy continues.
*Your guide to watching the World Cup in Dubai*
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Here’s your guide to Quarter-Final kick-off times in the UAE
Friday, July 10, 2026
(97) France vs Morocco: 12am
(98) Winner Match 93 vs Winner Match 94: 11pm (TBC)
*Sheikh Mohammed congratulates Morocco on World Cup quarter-final qualification*
Sunday, July 12, 2026
(99) Norway vs England: 1am
(100) Winner Match 95 vs Winner Match 96: 5am (TBC)
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SEMIFINALS
Tuesday, July 14, 2026
(101) Winner Match 97 vs Winner Match 98: 11pm
Wednesday, July 15, 2026
(102) Winner Match 99 vs Winner Match 100: 11pm
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3RD PLACE
Sunday, July 19, 2026
(103) Loser Match 101 vs Loser Match 102: 1am
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FINALS
Sunday, July 19, 2026
(104) Winner Match 101 vs Winner Match 102: 11pm
Stay tuned to whatson.ae for full World Cup 2026 coverage, including updated fixtures, results, and everything you need to keep track of the tournament as it unfolds.
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