Spain vs Belgium tips, prediction and bet builder for Friday’s World Cup quarter-final at SoFi Stadium, Los Angeles. This article delivers a 5-leg bet builder at 7.00 odds, key stats, predicted line-ups and — if you’re short on time — the headline call: Spain to qualify and both teams to score.
match preview
Spain have been the tournament’s defensive benchmark. They are the only team yet to concede at the 2026 World Cup, have kept six consecutive clean sheets at the finals and are unbeaten in 35 matches inside regular time. Luis de la Fuente’s side edged past Portugal in the last 16 courtesy of a late Mikel Merino winner and have now progressed from all six major knockout ties under his management.
Belgium arrived in North America with question marks after a flat group stage but have answered emphatically. They came from 2-0 down to beat Senegal in the last 32 and then hammered co-hosts USA 4-1 in the Round of 16. Rudi Garcia’s side are now unbeaten in 18 matches and averaging over 2.5 goals per game at this tournament.
History favours Spain — they have won nine of the last 11 meetings with Belgium. But the Red Devils won the only knockout meeting between these sides, a penalty shootout in the 1986 quarter-finals.
key stats
• Spain are the only team yet to concede at the 2026 World Cup — five clean sheets, 10+ hours of football.
• Belgium have scored in every match at this tournament and average 2.5+ goals per game.
• Spain have won nine of the last 11 meetings with Belgium, dating back to 1980.
• Lamine Yamal is Spain’s primary set-piece taker (corners, free kicks) and starts every match on the right.
• Jeremy Doku has drawn at least two fouls in three of his four World Cup appearances this summer.
prediction and reasoning
🇪🇸 Spain to Qualify — Spain’s defensive record at this World Cup is unmatched: zero goals conceded in five matches, six straight clean sheets across tournaments. They have won nine of the last 11 meetings with Belgium and have progressed from every knockout tie under De La Fuente.
✅ Both Teams to Score — Belgium have scored in every match at these finals and average over 2.5 goals per game. De Ketelaere has two in two knockout games, Lukaku is scoring off the bench, and even against Spain’s back line the 18-match unbeaten run suggests they find a way through.
⚡ Lamine Yamal 2+ Shots on Target — Spain’s right winger is the team’s primary set-piece taker and a constant shooting threat in their patient possession system. With Spain controlling territory against Belgium, Yamal will get multiple sights of goal.
💥 Jeremy Doku 2+ Fouls Won — Doku is Belgium’s most direct dribbler and a designated foul-magnet. His pace against Spain’s full-backs in transition should generate multiple fouls.
🟨 Marc Cucurella 1+ Fouls Committed — Spain’s left-back is aggressive in the press and will be isolated against Belgium’s right-sided threats in a knockout where Belgium carry serious transition speed.
team news & predicted line-ups
Spain Team News
• Nico Williams still short of full fitness after adductor injury — expected on the bench.
• Alex Baena continues on the left wing after thriving in Williams’ absence.
• Mikel Merino pushing for a start after his match-winning cameo against Portugal.
• No fresh injury concerns — De La Fuente expected to keep the same XI.
Predicted XI (4-2-3-1): Simon; Porro, Cubarsi, Laporte, Cucurella; Rodri, Pedri; Yamal, Olmo, Baena; Oyarzabal.
Belgium Team News
• Amadou Onana ruled out with an ACL injury — a major midfield absence.
• Kevin De Bruyne benched against USA but expected to return for the quarter-final.
• Romelu Lukaku has scored in three straight games as a substitute — likely to impact from the bench again.
• Zeno Debast still working back from a leg injury — back four stays unchanged.
Predicted XI (4-2-3-1): Courtois; Castagne, Ngoy, Mechele, De Cuyper; Vanaken, Tielemans; Lukebakio, De Bruyne, Trossard; De Ketelaere.
faq
When is Spain vs Belgium in the World Cup?
Spain vs Belgium kicks off at 8pm BST (3pm ET) on Friday 10 July 2026.
Where is Spain vs Belgium being played?
The match is at SoFi Stadium, Inglewood, Los Angeles, USA.
Where can I watch Spain vs Belgium in the UK?
The match is live on BBC and available to stream on BBC iPlayer.
What are the odds for Spain vs Belgium?
This 5-leg bet builder is priced at 7.00 combining Spain to qualify, BTTS and player props.
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