As the 2026 FIFA World Cup approaches its climax, the semifinals will feature France taking on Spain and England facing Argentina on July 12, 2026, in Arlington, Texas. These matches promise to be thrilling encounters as four of the world’s best teams vie for a spot in the final.
France's Path to the Semifinals
France has had a dominant run in the tournament, winning all six of their matches and scoring an impressive total of 16 goals. Their offensive prowess has been led by star players like Kylian Mbappé, who has netted eight goals and provided three assists so far.
The French team showcased their strength against teams such as Senegal (3-1), Iraq (3-0), and Norway (4-1) during the group stage. In the knockout rounds, they defeated Sweden (3-0) and Morocco (2-0), with Mbappé scoring a vital goal in the latter match.
Spain's Steady Progress
Spain, the reigning European champions, have progressed through the tournament with a more measured approach. Although they started with a surprising goalless draw against Cape Verde, they bounced back with convincing victories over Saudi Arabia (4-0) and Uruguay (1-0).
