Spain vs Belgium Predictions, Picks & Odds – 10/07/2026
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Spain arrive at this World Cup quarter-final in imperious form, having won four and drawn one of their five tournament matches without conceding a single goal. Goalkeeper Unai Simón has set a remarkable new record of 609 minutes unbreached. Luis de la Fuente's settled side look supremely organised, and their historical dominance over Belgium, unbeaten in over four decades, only strengthens their credentials heading into this Los Angeles showdown.
Belgium carry genuine momentum into the last eight, riding an 18-match unbeaten streak across all competitions. Their 4-1 demolition of the United States in the Round of 16 showcased fearsome attacking quality. However, Rudi Garcia faces a significant headache in midfield with Amadou Onana's injury creating a selection dilemma. Kevin De Bruyne remains the creative fulcrum, and how he fares against Rodri in the engine room could prove decisive.
Spain's defensive record is the cornerstone of our home win prediction at 1.62. Five consecutive clean sheets in this tournament, with Unai Simón reaching 609 minutes unbreached, speak to a side that is supremely well organised at the back. Belgium scored four against the United States in the last round, but they face an entirely different proposition here against a rearguard that has simply refused to yield.
The historical head-to-head record reinforces the selection. Spain have gone over four decades without losing to Belgium, winning nine and drawing two of their last eleven meetings. That kind of sustained dominance across eras and generations is not coincidental; it reflects a tactical and psychological edge that Luis de la Fuente's side will carry into this fixture with full confidence.
Belgium's 18-match unbeaten run is impressive, yet Amadou Onana's injury creates a genuine vulnerability in central midfield, precisely where Rodri will look to dictate tempo. Kevin De Bruyne's creativity could be blunted without adequate protection around him. We also favour under 2.5 goals at 1.98, given Spain's defensive solidity and the tight margins typical of knockout football at this stage.
Odds correct at time of publication.
Trends to Know about Spain vs Belgium
- Spain unbeaten against Belgium for four decades
- Five consecutive clean sheets in tournament
- Belgium missing key midfielder Amadou Onana
Form & Statistics: Spain vs Belgium
Spain
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Lineups: Spain vs Belgium
Spain
Starters
- 1 Unai Simón
- 2 Pedro Porro
- 3 Pau Cubarsí
- 4 Aymeric Laporte
- 5 Marc Cucurella
- 6 Rodri
- 7 Pedri
- 8 Fabián Ruiz
- 9 Lamine Yamal
- 10 Mikel Oyarzabal
- 11 Álex Baena
Bench
- David Raya
- Mikel Merino
- Dani Olmo
- Ferran Torres
- Gavi
- Marcos Llorente
- Martin Zubimendi
Belgium
Starters
- 1 Thibaut Courtois
- 2 Timothy Castagne
- 3 Zeno Debast
- 4 Arthur Theate
- 5 Maxim De Cuyper
- 6 Youri Tielemans
- 7 Hans Vanaken
- 8 Jérémy Doku
- 9 Kevin De Bruyne
- 10 Leandro Trossard
- 11 Romelu Lukaku
Bench
- Axel Witsel
- Charles De Ketelaere
- Dodi Lukébakio
- Lois Openda
- Yannick Carrasco
- Thomas Meunier
- Jan Vertonghen
Absent
- Amadou Onana (ACL injury, out for tournament)
Medium confidence
A 4-3-3 against a 4-2-3-1 sets up a fascinating tactical contest, with Spain's fluid midfield trio likely to probe the double pivot Belgium rely upon for defensive cover. Rodri will be central to dictating tempo, and his ability to bypass that screen could prove the decisive factor in a tight quarter-final.
For Belgium, the threat is concentrated in transition, where Kevin De Bruyne operating behind Lukaku can exploit any high defensive line Spain push. The Red Devils will need discipline in and out of possession to contain the width Lamine Yamal and Álex Baena offer down the flanks.
Spain vs Belgium: Head-to-Head
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How to Watch Spain vs Belgium Match?
What time is Spain vs Belgium?
This World Cup quarter-final kicks off at the Los Angeles Stadium on 10 July 2026 at 20:00 BST.
Where is Spain vs Belgium being played?
This match takes place at the Los Angeles Stadium in Los Angeles, California.
How Can I Watch Spain vs Belgium on TV and Live Stream?
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