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Spain and Belgium meet in a World Cup 2026 quarter-final on 10 July 2026, with the head-to-head record firmly favouring the Spaniards heading into this heavyweight tie. Ranked 3rd in the world, Spain arrive on the back of an unbeaten run through the tournament, while Belgium — ranked 8th — have reached the last eight without tasting defeat across six matches of their own.
Head-to-Head Record
Spain and Belgium have met seven times in recorded history, and the ledger is strikingly one-sided: Spain have won six of those encounters, with the remaining match ending in a draw and Belgium yet to register a single victory. Spain have scored 16 goals across those seven meetings compared to just 3 for Belgium, an average of 2.71 goals per match — a figure that reflects Spain’s consistent dominance rather than high-scoring thrillers.
| Date | Match | Score | Season |
|---|---|---|---|
| 01 Sep 2016 | Belgium vs Spain | 0–2 | 2016 |
| 05 Sep 2009 | Spain vs Belgium | 5–0 | 2010 |
| 15 Oct 2008 | Belgium vs Spain | 1–2 | 2010 |
| 08 Oct 2005 | Belgium vs Spain | 0–2 | — |
| 09 Oct 2004 | Spain vs Belgium | 2–0 | — |
| 21 Jun 1990 | Belgium vs Spain | 1–2 | 1990 |
| 22 Jun 1986 | Spain vs Belgium | 1–1 | 1986 |
Spain: Recent Form
Spain have been the standout defensive unit at this World Cup. Across their last six matches — form reading W W W W D W — they have won five and drawn one, conceding just 1 goal in total. That translates to an average of 2.00 goals scored and a barely believable 0.17 conceded per match, underpinned by 5 clean sheets in six outings. Their points-per-game rate of 2.67 is among the best in the tournament. The solitary dropped points came in a goalless draw with Cabo Verde, the only match in which they also failed to score.
- vs Portugal (A) — 1–0 W (6 Jul 2026): A narrow but composed knockout-round win over their Iberian rivals.
- vs Austria (H) — 3–0 W (2 Jul 2026): A dominant display with another clean sheet.
- vs Uruguay (A) — 1–0 W (27 Jun 2026): Grinding out a result away from home, keeping a fifth clean sheet.
- vs Saudi Arabia (H) — 4–0 W (21 Jun 2026): Their most emphatic win of the tournament so far.
Belgium: Recent Form
Belgium have been prolific going forward but considerably more open at the back. Their last six matches — form reading W D W D D W — yield three wins and three draws, with 17 goals scored against 5 conceded. That averages out at 2.83 goals per match in attack and 0.83 against, with only 2 clean sheets from six. Their points-per-game of 2.00 is solid enough to have navigated them to the quarter-finals unbeaten, but the three draws — including a goalless stalemate with IR Iran and a 1–1 with Egypt — highlight a team that has not always controlled matches. They arrive here in form, however, having beaten the USA 4–1 in their most recent outing.
- vs USA (A) — 4–1 W (7 Jul 2026): A commanding quarter-final qualifier that showed Belgium’s attacking firepower at its best.
- vs New Zealand (A) — 5–1 W (27 Jun 2026): Belgium’s biggest win of the tournament, with five goals away from home.
- vs Senegal (H) — 2–2 D (1 Jul 2026): A high-scoring draw that underlined both Belgium’s goal threat and their defensive vulnerability.
- vs Egypt (H) — 1–1 D (15 Jun 2026): An opening group-stage stumble that set the tone for a mixed but ultimately unbeaten campaign.
Form and Record at a Glance
- Head-to-head: Spain have won 6 of 7 all-time meetings; Belgium have won none; 1 draw.
- Goals in this matchup: Spain 16–3 Belgium across seven encounters, averaging 2.71 per match.
- Spain’s last six: W5 D1 L0 — 12 goals scored, 1 conceded, 5 clean sheets, 2.67 points per game.
- Belgium’s last six: W3 D3 L0 — 17 goals scored, 5 conceded, 2 clean sheets, 2.00 points per game.
- Spain’s defensive record: 0.17 goals conceded per match is the tightest of any side still in the tournament.
- Belgium’s attacking record: 2.83 goals per match is their highest average output across the six matches tracked.
How Spain and Belgium Compare
Spain’s form profile is defined by defensive solidity — five clean sheets and a single goal conceded across six matches — whereas Belgium have been far more expansive, scoring 17 times but shipping five. In terms of points per game, Spain’s 2.67 edges Belgium’s 2.00, reflecting the Spaniards’ greater consistency; Belgium’s three draws show moments where they could not close out matches they were expected to control. The historical record adds further context: Spain have never lost to Belgium in seven attempts, and their 16–3 aggregate goal advantage underscores a long-standing pattern of dominance in this particular matchup.
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FAQ
What is the head-to-head record between Spain and Belgium?
Across seven recorded meetings, Spain have won six and drawn one, with Belgium yet to claim a victory. Spain have scored 16 goals to Belgium’s 3 in those encounters.
When did Spain and Belgium last meet?
Their most recent meeting was on 1 September 2016, when Spain won 2–0 away in Belgium.
What is Spain’s form heading into the World Cup 2026 quarter-final?
Spain have gone W5 D1 L0 across their last six matches, conceding just 1 goal in that run and keeping five clean sheets, with a points-per-game rate of 2.67.
What is Belgium’s form at the 2026 World Cup?
Belgium are unbeaten in six matches (W3 D3), scoring 17 goals at an average of 2.83 per match, though they have conceded 5 and kept only 2 clean sheets across that run.