The FIFA World Cup 2026 reached the semi-final stage with only four teams in the fight for football’s biggest prize. Fans are treated to two blockbuster matches as Spain take on France, while England prepare for another historic clash against defending champions Argentina.
A confident Spain is ready to challenge an in-form France
Although Spain have not looked dominant in every match throughout the tournament, La Furia Roja are heading into the semi-finals with confidence. Luis de la Fuente’s side will also be encouraged by their recent record against France, having won both their UEFA EURO 2024 and UEFA Nations League matches.
However, Didier Deschamps’ men are a different proposition at this World Cup. France produced another impressive campaign and continued to display the experience and consistency that made them one of the tournament favourites.
Although Spain have won both of their last meetings by a single goal, France have become an even stronger side since then. Having reached the semi-finals for the third consecutive World Cup, Les Bleus will be determined to secure another place in the final.
As a result, Tuesday’s clash promises to be one of the most anticipated encounters of the tournament between two of Europe’s football powerhouses.
England are ready for another historic battle against Argentina
The second semi-final will reignite one of international football’s most iconic rivalries as champions England take on Argentina.
The two countries have shared several memorable World Cup encounters over the years, most famously the 1986 quarter-final with Diego Maradona’s legendary ‘Hand of God’ goal.
Neither side performed at their best in the playoffs. Nevertheless, tournament football is ultimately about finding ways to win, and both teams consistently did just that.
Lionel Messi remains Argentina’s biggest threat after scoring eight goals in the tournament, while Jude Bellingham has emerged as England’s leading force with a string of impressive performances and crucial goals.
With a place at the FIFA World Cup 2026 Finals at stake, another memorable chapter in this famous rivalry could be about to unfold.
Results of the quarter finals
France 2-0 Morocco
⚽ Kylian Mbappé (60'), Ousmane Dembélé (66')
Spain 2-1 Belgium
⚽ Spain: Mikel Merino (90+1'), Nico Williams (ET)
⚽ Belgium: Charles De Ketelaere
England 2-1 Norway (AET)
⚽ England: Jude Bellingham (45+2', 97')
⚽ Norway: Andreas Schjelderup
Argentina 3-1 Switzerland (AET)
⚽ Argentina: Alexis Mac Allister, Julián Álvarez, Lautaro Martínez
⚽ Switzerland: Dan NdoyeFIFA World Cup 2026 Semi-Final Schedule (Local Time)
Tuesday, July 14, 2026
🏟️ Dallas Stadium, Texas
France vs Spain
Kick-off: 3:00 PM CDT (Local Time)
Wednesday, July 15, 2026
🏟️ Mercedes-Benz Stadium, Atlanta
England vs Argentina
Kick-off: 3:00 PM EDT (Local Time)