FIFA World Cup 2026 Semi-Finalists Confirmed: France, Spain, England and Argentina Advance

The FIFA World Cup 2026 quarter-finals concluded with another day of spectacular football as Spain, England, and Argentina joined France in the semi-finals after a series of dramatic knockout encounters. The tournament's final four are now confirmed, setting the stage for two blockbuster semi-final clashes featuring some of the world's biggest footballing nations.

Spain secured a hard-fought 2-1 victory over Belgium in a high-quality contest, delivering a disciplined and composed performance to keep their hopes of lifting the World Cup trophy alive. The Spanish side combined defensive solidity with clinical finishing to overcome a strong Belgian challenge.

England also booked their place in the semi-finals after defeating surprise package Norway 2-1 following extra time. Norway's remarkable World Cup journey came to an end despite another spirited display, while England showed resilience and determination to edge past one of the tournament's biggest surprise teams.

Defending champions Argentina needed extra time to overcome a resilient Switzerland side, winning 3-1 in an intense quarter-final battle. Switzerland's task became even more difficult after receiving a late red card, allowing Argentina to capitalize and secure their place in the last four as they continue their quest to retain the FIFA World Cup title.

With the quarter-finals now complete, the FIFA World Cup 2026 semi-final lineup features France, Spain, England, and Argentina. Football fans around the world can now look forward to world-class action, historic rivalries, and an epic battle for a coveted place in the FIFA World Cup 2026 Final.