Methodological Reminder: We refrain from publishing any team odds, win chances, historical strength factors, or subjective player performance. Below are the verified paths that occurred during the preceding tournament rounds.
Branch A: France vs Morocco Route
Branch A connects the top-left section of the bracket, leading to Match 97 in Boston on Thursday 9 July.
France's Journey
- Round of 32: 3–0 vs Sweden
- Round of 16: 1–0 vs Paraguay
- Status: Confirmed for Match 97
Morocco's Journey
- Round of 32: 1–1 vs Netherlands (3–2 on penalties)
- Round of 16: 3–0 vs Canada
- Status: Confirmed for Match 97
Branch B: Spain vs Belgium Route
Branch B joins Spain and Belgium for Match 98, set for Friday 10 July in Los Angeles.
Spain's Journey
- Round of 32: 3–0 vs Austria
- Round of 16: 1–0 vs Portugal
- Status: Confirmed for Match 98
Belgium's Journey
- Round of 32: 3–2 vs Senegal
- Round of 16: 4–1 vs United States
- Status: Confirmed for Match 98
Branch C: Norway vs England Route
Branch C encompasses Norway and England, matching up on Saturday 11 July in Miami (Match 99).
Norway's Journey
- Round of 32: 2–1 vs Ivory Coast
- Round of 16: 2–1 vs Brazil
- Status: Confirmed for Match 99
England's Journey
- Round of 32: 2–1 vs DR Congo
- Round of 16: 3–2 vs Mexico
- Status: Confirmed for Match 99
Branch D: The Unresolved Path
Branch D remains open and will be fully determined on Tuesday 7 July 2026. The two matches on this branch are scheduled and will play as follows:
Match 95
Argentina vs Egypt
- Argentina Round of 32: 3–2 vs Cape Verde
- Egypt Round of 32: 1–1 vs Australia (4–2 on penalties)
- Match status: Scheduled for 12:00 in Atlanta Stadium
- Advancement: Winner advances to Match 100
Match 96
Switzerland vs Colombia
- Switzerland Round of 32: 2–0 vs Algeria
- Colombia Round of 32: 1–0 vs Ghana
- Match status: Scheduled for 16:00 in BC Place Vancouver
- Advancement: Winner advances to Match 100
Match 100 Target (Quarter-Final)
Winner Match 95 vs Winner Match 96
Scheduled for Saturday 11 July at 21:00 in Kansas City Stadium. The winner of this encounter advances to Match 102 to play the Winner of Match 99.