FIFA World Cup 2026: England join France and Spain in semi-finals, one spot still up for grabs
- France became the first team to secure a place in the FIFA World Cup 2026 semi-finals.
- Spain followed with another impressive knockout victory to reach the last four.
- England defeated Norway to book their semi-final spot.
- The final semi-final place will be decided between Argentina and Switzerland.
The FIFA World Cup 2026 semi-final lineup is almost complete after England became the third team to qualify for the last four, joining France and Spain. Only one place remains available, with Argentina and Switzerland set to battle for the final ticket.
France were the first side to reach the semi-finals after producing another composed performance in the quarter-finals. Les Bleus have looked one of the tournament’s strongest teams, combining defensive solidity with clinical finishing to remain unbeaten in the knockout stage.
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Spain also continued their impressive World Cup campaign by securing a place in the semi-finals. La Roja have once again showcased their trademark possession-based football, controlling games with confidence while delivering when it mattered most in front of goal.
England completed the semi-final trio after defeating Norway in an entertaining quarter-final. England booked their place with a convincing display, overcoming a determined Norwegian side to keep their hopes of lifting the World Cup trophy alive.
Norway’s tournament ended in the quarter-finals, but they earned widespread praise for an outstanding campaign. Led by Erling Haaland, Norway exceeded expectations by reaching the last eight and competing strongly against some of the world’s best teams.
Attention now turns to the final quarter-final between Argentina and Switzerland. The winner will complete the semi-final lineup and set up a blockbuster clash against England, while France and Spain are already confirmed to face each other in the other semi-final.
If Argentina progress, football fans could witness a highly anticipated England vs Argentina showdown for a place in the FIFA World Cup 2026 final. However, Switzerland will be aiming to cause another major upset and deny the defending South American giants a place in the last four.
Possible FIFA World Cup 2026 semi-final fixtures:
| Semi-final | Match |
|---|---|
| Semi-final 1 | France vs Spain |
| Semi-final 2 | England vs Argentina / Switzerland |
With three semi-finalists confirmed and one place still undecided, the race for the FIFA World Cup 2026 title has entered its most exciting stage, with every remaining team now just two wins away from becoming world champions.
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