The semi-final fixtures for the 2026 FIFA World Cup have been confirmed following the conclusion of the quarter-final matches.
France became the first team to book a place in the last four after defeating Morocco 2-0 on Thursday. Spain joined them a day later with a 2-1 victory over Belgium.
England secured their semi-final spot on Saturday after Jude Bellingham scored twice in a dramatic 2-1 extra-time comeback win over Norway in Miami.
Defending champions Argentina claimed the final semi-final berth on Sunday with a 3-1 extra-time victory over 10-man Switzerland. Lionel Messi provided an assist before Julián Álvarez and Lautaro Martínez sealed the win late in the contest.
The results have set up two blockbuster semi-final encounters, with France taking on Spain, while England will face Argentina in a renewed international rivalry.
England and Argentina will meet at the World Cup for the first time since their 2002 clash, adding extra significance to one of football’s most storied rivalries.
2026 FIFA World Cup Semi-final Fixtures
Tuesday, July 14
- France vs Spain
- Time: 20:00
- Venue: Dallas Stadium, Dallas
Wednesday, July 15
- England vs Argentina
- Time: 20:00
- Venue: Atlanta Stadium, Atlanta
Remaining Fixtures
Saturday, July 18
Third-place Play-off
- Losers of Semi-final 1 vs Losers of Semi-final 2
- Time: 22:00
- Venue: Miami Stadium, Miami
Sunday, July 19
Final
- Winners of Semi-final 1 vs Winners of Semi-final 2
- Time: 20:00
- Venue: MetLife Stadium, New York/New Jersey
