FIFA World Cup brackets: Semifinal schedule, France vs Spain prediction

France face Spain in the first World Cup semifinal, as Argentina prepare to renew their rivalry with England.

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The 2026 FIFA World Cup has reached its final four, with France and Spain set to open the semifinals in Dallas on Tuesday before Argentina face England in Atlanta a day later.

France’s prolific attack will come up against Spain’s formidable defence in the first semifinal, while the second will revive one of the World Cup’s most historic rivalries.

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Away from the pitch, Norway’s players received a heroes’ welcome in Oslo, Erling Haaland’s unusual raccoon souvenir went viral, and FIFA President Gianni Infantino said a proposal to expand the 2030 tournament to 64 teams would be considered.

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B 12/100 risk

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Format: straight news
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Here is what you need to know about the World Cup semifinals: France vs Spain, on Tuesday, July 14 (19:00 GMT) – Dallas Stadium, Arlington, Texas These are the teams fighting for a place in the World Cup final: Argentina (defeated Switzerland 3-1 in extra time) Both sides have reached the final four through contrasting styles, with Spain relying on an outstanding defensive record and France powered by one of the tournament’s most dangerous attacks.

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