World Cup 2026 quarter-finals run from 9 to 12 July

The World Cup quarter-finals create a very different viewing rhythm in the Netherlands: some matches are evening-friendly, others run late at night. Adding the FIFA schedule and Dutch viewing route to your calendar now prevents last-minute searching.

• Time and place: FIFA lists the quarter-finals from 9 to 12 July; Dutch viewers can check NPO Start, NOS and TV listings for live coverage.
• Best for: families watching at home, friends planning a sports-bar night, and anyone who needs to balance football with work the next morning.
• Before you watch: confirm the final fixture, kick-off time and stream; for late-night matches, decide whether highlights are enough.

Hokimi field note: quarter-finals are the best moment to plan with friends because the semi-finals follow quickly; choose your two must-watch matches instead of losing sleep over every game.