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Giants Slayed, Crown Chased: The World Cup Quarter-Finals

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The final eight are locked in for the 2026 FIFA World Cup! Heavyweights like Spain, Argentina, and England remain, but attack-heavy giants like Brazil and Portugal are out.

Can Morocco avenge their 2022 semi-final defeat against France? Will Erling Haaland’s unstoppable Norway side shock an inconsistent England? Meanwhile, defensive titans Spain are yet to concede a goal, while Belgium and a shaky Argentina have battled survival to stay in the hunt.

Finally, can dark horses Switzerland pull off the ultimate miracle? Tune into the latest episode of Hit the Target, powered by Hollywoodbets, as we break down the quarter-final matchups!
9 Jul English South Africa Soccer · Sports

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