Spain are yet to concede a goal in the tournament as they face Belgium

The World Cup quarter-finals are set to feature exciting matchups, including Spain against Belgium and Norway facing England. The knockout stage promises to deliver thrilling action as teams vie for a spot in the semi-finals. Fans are eager to see which nations will advance towards the ultimate prize on July 19, with each team bringing its unique strengths and challenges to the field.

Spain enters the quarter-finals after a rocky start, recovering from a 0-0 draw against Cape Verde to dominate subsequent matches. They topped Group H and showcased a solid performance against Austria, winning 3-0. Mikel Oyarzabal has been a key player, scoring four goals, while Pau Cubarsi has bolstered the defence, helping Spain remain unbeaten and yet to concede a goal in the tournament.

Belgium's journey has been tumultuous, as they initially struggled in Group G before bouncing back with a decisive 5-1 victory over New Zealand. Their dramatic comeback against Senegal in the knockout stage demonstrated their resilience, culminating in a 4-1 win over the USA. Leandro Trossard has emerged as a standout performer, contributing significantly to Belgium's attacking play with two goals and two assists.

Norway has surprised many with their entertaining style, advancing to the quarter-finals for the first time. Led by Erling Haaland, who has scored seven goals, Norway has shown their ability to perform under pressure. However, their defence has been a concern, as they have conceded more expected goals than most teams left in the tournament. England, on the other hand, has relied on the talents of Harry Kane and Jude Bellingham to secure crucial victories, though they face challenges in defence as they prepare to meet Norway.

Argentina has been impressive, winning all five of their matches thus far, including a hard-fought victory over Cape Verde. Lionel Messi continues to shine, scoring eight goals, including a hat-trick against Egypt. However, Argentina's defence has shown vulnerability against counter-attacks, which could be a concern as they face Switzerland in the quarter-finals. Both teams will need to address their weaknesses to progress further in the tournament.

via Sky Sports