Fans in Scarborough Celebrate as England Beat Norway to Set up World Cup Semi-Final Against Argentina
Four former champions advanced as France, Spain, England and Argentina each reached the semifinal round with betting favorites still alive.
- On Tuesday, July 14, 2026, France faces Spain at Dallas Stadium in the first World Cup semifinal. England plays Argentina on Wednesday, July 15, at Atlanta Stadium in the second matchup.
- The tournament's four highest-ranked teams advanced to the semifinals, avoiding the early upsets that characterized the expanded 48-team field. This historic alignment marks the first time the world's top four ranked nations have all reached the final four round.
- England and Argentina renew a historic rivalry Wednesday, their first competitive meeting in 24 years. The last time they played at the Azteca, Argentina won the 1986 quarterfinal following Diego Maradona's infamous "Hand of God" goal.
- FanDuel lists France as a-152 favorite against Spain and England as a-130 favorite over Argentina. Both European sides enter their matches as betting favorites to reach the final.
- Winners of these semifinal matches advance to the FIFA World Cup final on Sunday, July 19, 2026, at Met Life Stadium in Meadowlands, New Jersey. France and Argentina seek to add to their respective title histories.
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World Cup 2026 Semi-Finals Set: France, Spain, England and Argentina Battle for Glory
The 2026 FIFA World Cup has delivered on its promise of drama, upsets, and star power as it enters its most captivating stage. The semi-final lineup features four of the world’s strongest teams: France, Spain, England, and defending champions Argentina. These sides will battle for a place in the July 19 final at MetLife Stadium […]
FIFA World Cup 2026: Semifinals set as France, Spain, England and Argentina chase a place in the final
MIAMI: The 2026 FIFA World Cup has reached its final four with France, Spain, England and defending champions Argentina advancing to the semifinals after a series of dramatic quarterfinal encounters. The original field of 48 nations has now been narrowed to the last four, with the semifinal matches scheduled for July 14 and 15. The winners will secure a place in the FIFA World Cup final as the tournament enters its decisive stage. The first semi…
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