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Four Champions, One Trophy — The 2026 Semifinal Lineup Is Here
After a thrilling quarterfinal round, the 2026 FIFA World Cup has its final four: France, Spain, England, and defending champion Argentina. All four are former World Cup winners — a first since 1990 — setting the stage for a legendary finish at this historic tournament co-hosted by the United States, Canada, and Mexico.
Quarterfinal Results Recap
| Date | Match | Score | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|
| July 9 | France vs. Morocco | 2-0 | Boston |
| July 10 | Spain vs. Belgium | 2-1 | Los Angeles |
| July 11 | England vs. Norway | 2-1 | Miami |
| July 11 | Argentina vs. Switzerland | 3-1 (AET) | Kansas City |
Key Quarterfinal Highlights
🇫🇷 France 2-0 Morocco
Kylian Mbappé had a penalty saved by Yassine Bounou in the first half but redeemed himself with a stunning dipping right-footer that opened the scoring. France controlled the game from start to finish as Morocco’s risky striker-less lineup backfired. Les Bleus advance to their third consecutive semifinal.
🇪🇸 Spain 2-1 Belgium
In the most dramatic match of the round, 19-year-old Barcelona center-back Pau Cubarsí unleashed a long-range effort that Belgian reserve keeper Senne Lammens spilled, allowing substitute Mikel Merino to tap in the 88th-minute winner. Spain has conceded just one goal all tournament and looks formidable.
🏴 England 2-1 Norway
England survived a tough test against Erling Haaland’s Norway. The Three Lions booked their second semifinal appearance in three World Cups with a gritty performance in Miami. Jude Bellingham continues to shine as England’s creative force.
🇦🇷 Argentina 3-1 Switzerland (AET)
Defending champion Argentina needed extra time to dispatch a stubborn Swiss side. Lionel Messi — joint top scorer with 8 goals alongside Mbappé — once again delivered when it mattered most, as La Albiceleste kept their title defense alive.
Semifinal Schedule
| Date | Matchup | Time (ET) | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tue, July 14 | France vs. Spain | 3:00 PM | AT&T Stadium, Arlington, TX |
| Wed, July 15 | England vs. Argentina | 3:00 PM | Mercedes-Benz Stadium, Atlanta, GA |
What’s Next
The winners advance to the Final on Sunday, July 19 at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey. The third-place match takes place on Saturday, July 18 at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami Gardens.
Tournament Stats: 100 matches played, 292 goals scored (2.92 per match), attendance exceeding 6.5 million — already the best-attended World Cup in history.
FAQ
Who are the top scorers? Lionel Messi (Argentina) and Kylian Mbappé (France) lead with 8 goals each.
Where can I watch the semifinals? Matches are broadcast on FOX Sports in the US and stream on FuboTV.
Looking Ahead
The semifinals promise fireworks: France’s firepower against Spain’s impenetrable defense, followed by a heavyweight showdown between England’s young core and Messi’s title defense. The world will be watching.