2026 World Cup Semi-Finals: Argentina, France, Spain, England
The 2026 FIFA World Cup semi-finals will see Argentina, France, Spain, and England competing for a spot in the final, scheduled for July 19 at New York's New Jersey Stadium. Defending champions Argentina are pursuing their fourth World Cup title, aiming to become the first nation since Brazil in 1962 to successfully defend the trophy.
France is targeting its third title, while Spain and England are both seeking their second triumph. The semi-finals will commence on Tuesday, with Spain facing France and Argentina meeting England on Wednesday.
Notably, the match between Argentina and France is a rematch of the dramatic 2022 World Cup final, where Argentina triumphed over France in a penalty shootout after a 3-3 draw. The clash will feature tournament top scorers Lionel Messi and Kylian Mbappé.
Spain and England's match will also serve as a rematch of the UEFA Euro 2024 final, where Spain emerged victorious.
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