Argentina vs.
Costa Rica
8:30 p.m. Monday (Telefutura)
After tying Bolivia and Colombia, star-laden Argentina needs a win to avoid being eliminated from the Copa America on home turf.
U.S. vs. Brazil
11 a.m. Sunday (ESPN)
After a shocking loss to Sweden in the group stage, the Americans will face Brazilian superstar Marta in the quarterfinals. Brazil knocked out the Americans in the 2007 World Cup, and revenge is a motivator.
Seattle Sounders at Portland Timbers
4 p.m. Sunday (ESPN)
The Cascadia Cup rivalry is renewed in one of the most anticipated games of the season in Major League Soccer. The atmosphere in the stands could be more entertaining than the game itself.
England or France vs. Brazil or U.S.
11:15 a.m. Wednesday (ESPN)
If the Americans can beat Brazil - a big if - they will face a much easier opponent in the World Cup semifinals.
Germany or Japan vs. Sweden or Australia
2:15 p.m. Wednesday (ESPN/Galavision)
With big home crowds roaring them on, expect the Germans to roll into next weekend's World Cup championship game.
- Jonathan Tannenwald