Spain and Belgium will clash in the quarter-finals of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Both national teams have been in excellent form in recent games. Spain have been on fire and don’t look like stopping, as they have won their last 4 games without conceding a goal in this World Cup. Belgium has been in an upward trajectory in their recent games, and their excellent thrashing of the USA makes them a big threat in this competition.
Which nation will win this game, or which betting markets are best for it? At TopBets, we have analyzed the teams’ data and past games to provide you with the top predictions for the Spain v Belgium World Cup match. Continue reading below!
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Spain and Belgium will face off in their quarter-finals at the 2026 FIFA World Cup at SoFi Stadium (Inglewood, CA), United States, on 9th July 2026. Both teams are in similar form but have a single goal, and that is to move to the semi-finals of this campaign.
Both sides look ready for this game, but which team will get the precious points? Will that influence your betting on this game? Let’s see the match details.
Match Details
Here are the Spain v Belgium match details:
- Competition: FIFA World Cup 2026
- Matchday: Friday
- Date: 10th July, 2026
- Kick-off time: 8:00 PM Nigerian Time
- Venue: SoFi Stadium (Inglewood, CA), United States.
Why this Match Matters
The 2026 FIFA World Cup quarter-final round is here, and we can say the competition has gotten serious. This is a must-win clash for both nations, even as they are in different forms and qualities; it won’t be easy for either side. To move to the semi-finals of this competition, one team must lose this game.
Spain v Belgium Head-to-Head Stats
Both nations have met many times previously, and Spain has won each of the last 5 clashes. Below is the head-to-head record:
Head-to-Head Record
| Date | Competition | Match | Result |
| 01/09/2016 | International Friendly | Belgium vs Spain | 0-2 |
| 05/09/2009 | FIFA World Cup Qualifier | Spain vs Belgium | 5-0 |
| 15/10/2008 | FIFA World Cup Qualifier | Belgium vs Spain | 1-2 |
| 08/10/2005 | FIFA World Cup Qualifier | Belgium vs Spain | 0-2 |
| 09/10/2004 | FIFA World Cup Qualifier | Spain vs Belgium | 2-0 |
Spain’s Last Five Matches
Spain has been in good form in its recent games. They have won each of their last 5 games. Below is a table of their previous matches.
| Date | Match | Result |
| 06/07/2026 | Portugal vs. Spain | Won 0-1 |
| 02/07/2026 | Spain vs. Austria | Won 3-0 |
| 27/06/2026 | Uruguay vs. Spain | Won 0-1 |
| 21/06/2026 | Spain vs. Saudi Arabia | Won 4-0 |
| 15/06/2026 | Spain vs. Cape Verde | Draw 0-0 |
Goals Scored and Conceded
Across Spain’s last 5 games, they have been average in front of goal, scoring 9 goals. Also, they have conceded just 0 goals and have 5 clean sheets in their last 5 games. Below is a breakdown of their recent goal statistics:
- Goals Scored: 9
- Goals Conceded: 0
- Clean Sheets: 5
Key Trends from Spain’s Recent Matches
Looking at Spain’s recent and past games, some interesting trends are clear, and we believe they should be taken seriously when betting on their 2026 World Cup matches. Below are the trends we found:
- The Spaniards are unbeaten in their last 5 games played.
- Spain have not conceded any goal in their last 5 games, indicating defensive solidity.
- The Spanish national team has scored 9 goals in their last 5 games.
Belgium’s Recent Form
Belgium has been in good form in its recent games and looks more dangerous with each game. They’ve won 3 of their last 5 games. Below is a table of their previous matches.
Belgium’s Last Five Matches
| Date | Match | Result |
| 07/07/2026 | USA vs. Belgium | Won 1-4 |
| 01/07/2026 | Belgium vs. Senegal | Won 2-2 |
| 27/06/2026 | New Zealand vs. Belgium | Won 1-5 |
| 21/06/2026 | Belgium vs. Iran | Draw 0-0 |
| 15/06/2026 | Belgium vs. Egypt | Draw 1-1 |
Goals Scored and Conceded
Across Belgium’s last 5 games, they have been good in front of goal, scoring 14 goals. Also, they have conceded 4 goals and have just 2 clean sheets in their last 5 games. Below is a breakdown of their recent goal statistics:
- Goals Scored: 14
- Goals Conceded: 4
- Clean Sheets: 2
Key Trends from Belgium’s Recent Matches
Looking at Belgium’s recent and past games, some interesting trends are clear, and we believe they should be taken seriously when betting on their 2026 World Cup matches. Below are the trends we found:
- Belgium has won 3 of its last 5 games.
- Their defense has been poor; they have kept just 1 clean sheet in their last 5 games.
- Four of the last 5 games have seen both teams score.
Team News
Both national teams are expected to start their best players, and below we’ll share what to expect from the lineups.
Spain Team News
There are some important team updates from the Spanish camp, and below, we’ll share them:
Injuries
- Yeremy Pino is doubtful, as he is struggling with a shoulder injury.
- Nico Williams is suffering from an adductor problem and might not play in this game.
Suspensions
- There are no suspensions reported from the Spanish football camp.
Spain’s Key Players to Watch
Spain brought many top players for their World Cup campaign, and some of them are the following:
- Rodri, the former Ballon d’Or winner, is one of the most important players, dictating the game tempo and providing balance in the midfield.
- Lamine Yamal, the Barcelona star player, is expected to provide flair in this game and the World Cup.
- Pedri, still a top Barcelona midfielder, has excellent movement and vision to find gaps in the opposition defense.
Belgium Team News
There are some important team updates from the Belgium camp, and below, we’ll share them:
Injuries
- Zeno Debast is doubtful for this clash as he has a leg injury.
Suspensions/Absentees
- There are no suspensions for Belgium ahead of this game.
Belgium’s Key Players to Watch
Belgium brought world-class players for their World Cup campaign, and some of them are:
- Lukaku, Belgium’s top striker and point man in this game, will certainly be one of the key figures for Belgium.
- Jeremy Doku is a very fast winger who is expected to cause defenders many issues in this game.
- Kevin De Bruyne is a midfield maestro who can control both the defensive and the offensive side of the midfield.
Predicted Lineups
Here are the predicted lineups for this Spain v Belgium 2026 World Cup clash.
Spain’s Predicted XI
Goalkeeper: Raya
Defenders: Porro, Cubarsí, Laporte, Cucurella
Midfielders: Rodri (c), Pedri, Merino
Forwards: Lamine Yamal, Oyarzabal, Nico Williams
Belgium’s Predicted XI
Goalkeeper: Courtois
Defenders: Castagne, Theate, Mechele, De Cuyper
Midfielders: Vanaken, Tielemans, De Bruyne
Forwards: Trossard, Doku, De Ketelaere
Best Betting Markets for Spain v Belgium
This game presents various betting opportunities, and going by their recent and past results, Topbets presents the following predictions:
Match Winner Prediction
Both sides have been very good in their recent games, and the last 5 games between these teams have had one winner, and that’s Spain. Both sides are very experienced and have many difference makers, but we believe this game will go in favor of Spain or end in a draw.
Prediction: Spain to Win or Draw
Over/Under Goals
This game looks tight, but Spain have been scoring freely in their recent games. Both sides have excellent attackers, and their recent games have seen at least 3 goals scored. Over 2.5 goals is a good option for this match.
Prediction: Over 2.5 goals
Both teams to Score
Both teams need to win this game, and that pressure is why we expect both teams to find the net in this game. Both teams have been scoring in their recent games, and also, their past meetings have seen both teams scoring. We expect both teams to score in this game.
Prediction: Yes
Anytime Goalscorer
Lamine Yamal is the deadliest threat in Spain’s attack, and for the fact that they need to qualify for the next stage of this competition, we expect most attacks to flow through him. He has been impactful for Spain but has found the net just once in this campaign. We expect him to score in this game.
Prediction: Lamine Yamal
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Spain v Belgium Prediction
Still need more predictions for this clash? We’ve got you covered. Below are other prediction tips for this game.
Best Bet
The competition is now serious, and one of our best bets in this game is in the cards market. We expect to play over 2.5 cards in this game. Both sides are expected to defend and attack intensely in this game, and that should lead to flying tackles and tempers flaring.
Prediction: Over 2.5 Cards
Correct Score Prediction
We expect this game to have goals in it, as both sides are very good in attack but can be open in defense. Belgium has been free-scoring, but we have the expectation that Spain will find the net in this game. However, we expect a 2-1 correct score in favor of Spain to be the outcome.
Prediction: 2-1
Match Analysis and Verdict
As already mentioned, Spain is in great form, and we don’t see them losing this game. Both nations need to win this game, and they’re in top form. We expect Spain to win this game. But anything can happen, and Belgium has already shown itself to be a big threat.

