World Cup 2026 semifinals feature England, Argentina, France, and Spain

The 2026 FIFA World Cup semifinals feature the top four teams in the current FIFA rankings. In the first semifinal on July 14, France will face Spain in a highly anticipated European clash, with players like Kylian Mbappe and Lamine Yamal expected to play pivotal roles. France reached the final four by defeating Morocco 2-0, while Spain has shown strong defensive stability throughout the tournament. The second semifinal takes place on July 19 in Atlanta, where England, coached by Thomas Tuchel, will meet defending champions Argentina. England advanced after a 2-1 overtime victory against Norway, driven by Jude Bellingham, while Argentina secured their spot by beating Switzerland 3-1 after extra time. Historical context surrounds the England-Argentina match, referencing their previous encounters in the tournament's history. The winners of these two matches will advance to the final to compete for the trophy.