World Cup: Semi-Final Fixtures Confirmed, Date, Time

The semi-final pairings for the 2026 FIFA World Cup have been confirmed after the completion of the quarter-final matches, with France, Spain, England and Argentina securing places in the last four.

France became the first team to reach the semi-finals after defeating Morocco 2-0 on Thursday. Spain followed a day later by overcoming Belgium 2-1 to book their place.

England secured qualification on Saturday with a 2-1 extra-time victory over Norway in Miami. Jude Bellingham scored twice as the Three Lions recovered from behind to earn a place in the next round.

Defending champions Argentina claimed the final semi-final spot after beating Switzerland 3-1 following extra time on Sunday. Switzerland were reduced to 10 men during the match, while Lionel Messi provided an assist before Julian Alvarez and Lautaro Martinez scored late to seal Argentina’s victory.

The results have set up two mouth-watering semi-final contests. France will face Spain in the first last-four clash, while England will meet Argentina in the second.

England and Argentina will renew one of international football’s fiercest rivalries when they meet in the semi-finals. The match will also mark their first meeting at the FIFA World Cup since the 2002 tournament.

France and Spain will play on Tuesday, July 14, at Dallas Stadium in Dallas, with kick-off scheduled for 20:00.

England and Argentina will face each other on Wednesday, July 15, at Atlanta Stadium in Atlanta. The match is also scheduled to begin at 20:00.

After the semi-finals, the losing teams will compete in the third-place play-off on Saturday, July 18, at Miami Stadium in Miami. The match will kick off at 22:00.

The winners of the two semi-finals will battle for the world title in the final on Sunday, July 19. The championship match will be played at MetLife Stadium in New York/New Jersey, with kick-off set for 20:00.