The semi-final fixtures for the 2026 FIFA World Cup have been confirmed, with England set to face Argentina and France taking on Spain in two blockbuster clashes after the conclusion of the quarter-final stage.
Defending champions Argentina secured the final semi-final spot with a 3-1 extra-time victory over Switzerland, while England defeated Norway 2-1 after extra time. France had earlier booked their place with a 2-0 win over Morocco, before Spain edged Belgium 2-1 to complete the last-four line-up.
England reached the semi-finals after Jude Bellingham scored twice in a dramatic extra-time comeback against Norway in Miami.
Argentina, meanwhile, overcame a 10-man Switzerland side, with Lionel Messi providing an assist before Julian Alvarez and Lautaro Martinez sealed the victory late in the game.
The results set up two heavyweight semi-final encounters, with France facing Spain on Tuesday, July 14, while England will renew one of international football’s fiercest rivalries against Argentina on Wednesday, July 15. The meeting will mark their first World Cup clash since the 2002 tournament.
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
