Which teams are in the World Cup semifinals, and what is the schedule? | | World Cup 2026

Qualifying teams, venues, kick-off times, key players and how to watch FIFA World Cup 2026 matches.

We started with 48 teams, but now there are only four. The semifinals of the 2026 World Cup are over, France, Spain, England and Argentina have booked their place in the last four.

The top four teams in the world will fight for the right to lift the trophy on July 19, but first, they must cross the final border.

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Here’s what you need to know about the World Cup:

Which teams are in the semifinals so far?

• France (conquering Morocco 2-0)
• Spain (conquest of Belgium 2-1)
• England (conquered Norway 2-1)
• Argentina (beat Switzerland 3-1)

What is the World Cup semifinals schedule?

• France vs Spain Tuesday, July 14, 2pm (19:00 GMT) – Dallas Stadium, US
• England vs Argentina Wednesday, July 15, 3pm (19:00 GMT) – Atlanta Stadium, US

Who are the players to watch in the semifinals?

The superstars will be back in action in Dallas on Tuesday when France face Spain.

Kylian Mbappe he has been in impressive form this tournament, and will look to continue his scoring streak against La Roja. Michael Olise and Ousmane Dembele will also be keen to star in Texas.

The joy of Spanish youth Laminate Yamal he will appear in his first World Cup semifinal and will be a huge target for the reigning champions of Europe.

Mikel Merino has scored late winners off the bench in Spain’s last two games. Will he be top notch again, or will he force his way into the starting XI?

The first leg of England’s run at the World Cup was built on goals scored by their talismanic captain Harry Kane, but Jude Bellingham he joined the party by boxing. The England number 10 quickly entered the race for the Golden Boot award with six goals, two of which came in the quarter-finals.

Argentina’s World Cup defense has been dominated by the goals of their legend Lionel Messi, who has played in eight of the eight games. Despite not scoring in the quarterfinals, the captain will be eager to reverse his semi-final performance and take them to a second consecutive final.

Who is predicted to win the tournament?

Stats brokers Opta have done their biggest job yet on the tournament, predicting France to win the World Cup.

The computer says Les Bleus have a 53 percent chance of reaching the final and a 33 percent chance of lifting the trophy.

Spain is currently the second favorite, with a 27 percent chance of lifting the World Cup again.

Opta predicts that Argentina are third favorites to lift the trophy, with England fourth.

Where can you watch the World Cup?

Fans in the US can watch every game in English on FOX and FS1, with all 104 games also available for broadcast on Fox One and the FOX Sports program.

US Spanish-language coverage is available on Telemundo and Universo, and streaming on Peacock. Cord-cutters can also watch via content that carries FOX and FS1, including Fubo, Hulu + Live TV, YouTube TV, and DIRECTV.