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FIFA World Cup 2026: England, Argentina join France, Spain in blockbuster semi-final line-up

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Miami [US], July 12 (ANI): The FIFA World Cup 2026 semi-final line-up has been confirmed, with England and Argentina overcoming tough quarter-final tests to join France and Spain in the last four of the tournament.England booked their place in the FIFA World Cup 2026 semi-finals with a dramatic 2-1 extra-time victory over Norway, coming from behind thanks to a brace from Jude Bellingham.His decisive winne

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Daily Post Nigeria

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· Jul 10, 2026

2026 World Cup: Lamine Yamal picks team he wants Spain to play in final

Spain winger, Lamine Yamal, has said his dream for the final of the 2026 World Cup, would be to face Argentina. La Roja are set to face Belgium in a quarter-final clash on Friday night. On Sunday, Argentina, who are the current champions, will take on Switzerland for a place in the semi-finals. Yamal has said he wants [] 2026 World Cup: Lamine Yamal picks team he wants Spain to play in final

Yahoo Sports

· Jul 12, 2026

The 2026 World Cup has produced a dream semifinal field in Argentina, England, France and Spain

The four semifinalists are the four teams atop FIFA's world rankings.

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· Jul 12, 2026

World Cup 2026 Saturday takeaways: Jude Bellingham shines; Argentina takes advantage of Swiss flop

The 2026 FIFA World Cup semifinals are set. On Saturday, England and Argentina joined France and Spain in the final four with a pair of thrilling wins.

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· Jul 8, 2026

France, Argentina, others backed to win their 2026 FIFA World Cup quarter-final matches

The 2026 FIFA World Cup quarter-finals showcase France, Spain, Argentina, and England as they face Morocco, Belgium, Switzerland and Norway in thrilling matchups.

Us Weekly

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· Jun 26, 2026

All the Celebrities Cheering on Global Soccer at the 2026 World Cup

The 2026 World Cup is officially here— and the stars are stepping out to root for their favorite teams. The global soccer tournament will be held in the United States, Canada and Mexico, with the qualifying teams competing in matchups throughout the three countries this summer ahead of the championship game at MetLife Stadium in []

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· Jul 4, 2026

Mexico v England: Predicted line-ups, stats and where to watch as Three Lions look to oust World Cup co-hosts

England will look to move into the World Cup quarter-finals when they face Mexico at the Azteca. Read our in-depth preview here...

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· Jul 13, 2026

Popular Ghanaian chief who correctly predicted the 2022 World Cup winner shares 2026 winner

Ghanaian chief Jnana Caksus Das, who accurately predicted Argentina’s 2022 World Cup win, names Argentina, Spain, and France as favourites for the 2026 tournament.

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· Jul 7, 2026

2026 World Cup Bracket: The Quarterfinals Matchups Are Set

Here is what the 2026 FIFA World Cup quarterfinals bracket looks like as teams advance.

OneFootball

· Jun 24, 2026

🧐 Under a month until the Brasileirão returns: fixtures, games and more

The 2026 FIFA World Cup is in full swing in the United States, Mexico, and Canada!But, to the delight of some and the despair of others, the ball will start rolling again in the Brasileirão in abou...

GiveMeSport

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· Jul 5, 2026

Mexico vs England Referee Already Made World Cup Blunder

England and Mexico are set to battle for a place in the 2026 World Cup quarter-final, but they might be concerned about who's officiating.

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· Jul 10, 2026

Spain vs Belgium Dream11 Prediction: Fantasy Football Tips, Playing XI, Captain Picks for FIFA World Cup 2026 Quarter Finals Match

Prepare your Dream11 team for the FIFA World Cup 2026 Quarter Final between Spain and Belgium on July 11, at 12:30 AM IST. This highly anticipated clash at SoFi Stadium in Inglewood, California, promises thrilling action. Get expert fantasy football tips, predicted playing XIs, top captain and vice-captain picks, and budget differentials to dominate your.

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· Jul 10, 2026

2026 FIFA World Cup: Which teams are left and which players are the ones to watch?

Argentina, France, Norway, and England are all still in the 2026 FIFA World Cup, as are their players Messi, Mbappé, Haaland, and Kane.

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Stones to start? Rice to right-back? England XIs to face Mexico

England are preparing to face Mexico in the last 16 of the 2026 World Cup in the early hours of Monday - but who should be in the team at the Azteca Stadium?

Variety

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· Jun 30, 2026

Autographed Lionel Messi Jerseys Drop Online as Argentine Star Leads Team Into World Cup Knockout Round

The 2026 FIFA World Cup is into the knockout rounds and all eyes will be on Lionel Messi, as the soccer legend leads Argentina onwards in their campaign to claim a second consecutive World Cup title. Argentina finished atop Group J with a perfect 3-0 record and now head into the Round of 16 for []

Sports Mole

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· Jul 9, 2026

France vs. Morocco: Three reasons why the Atlas Lions can exact revenge on France in the quarter-finals

France versus Morocco is almost certainly the most anticipated quarter-final of the 2026 World Cup.

Catholic World Report

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· Jun 30, 2026

Sharing Christ at the World Cup: Atlanta Catholics turn global sporting event into mission field

The 2026 FIFA World Cup is taking place from June 11 to July 19 in cities across the United States, Mexico, and Canada. [...]

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· Jul 4, 2026

When could Spain and England meet at the World Cup? All you need to know about potential knockout stage route

ENGLAND and Spain could clash in a mouth-watering 2026 FIFA World Cup final after each team’s potential route to the July 19 showpiece in New York was revealed. With the

Al Jazeera

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· Jul 6, 2026

Which teams are in the World Cup quarterfinals, and what’s the schedule?

The FIFA World Cup 2026 quarterfinals lineup as it builds, with match kickoff times and locations.

Metro

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· Jun 27, 2026

Who England could play next in the World Cup Round of 32

Who England could play next in the World Cup Round of 32

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· Jul 10, 2026

Spain through to 2026 FIFA World Cup semifinals with 2-1 win over Belgium

Spain is now set to play against France

Daily Mirror

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· Jul 13, 2026

Christopher Bucktin: 'England vs Argentina is war, history and politics with a little bit of football as well'

England and Argentina will meet in a World Cup semi-final charged by war, racism rows, footballing hatred and decades of unfinished business for the World Cup 2026 Quarter Finals

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· Jul 13, 2026

FIFA President Gianni Infantino confirms FIFA will discuss 64-team World Cup proposal

Zurich [Switzerland], July 13 (ANI): FIFA President Gianni Infantino has confirmed that world football's governing body will discuss the possibility of expanding the men's FIFA World Cup to 64 teams after the 2026 edition, saying every nation should have the opportunity to dream of competing on football's biggest stage, according to ESPN.The 2026 FIFA World Cup is being jointly hosted by the United States, Canad

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· Jun 30, 2026

World Cup 2026: Ivory Coast to face Norway in Round of 16 clash

The FIFA World Cup 2026 will feature additional Round of 16 matches tonight, AzerNEWS reports.

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· Jul 3, 2026

Storm fear prompts England kick-off time rethink

FIFA are considering whether to move the Mexico v England kick-off time because of the threat of severe weather in Mexico City..

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· Jun 23, 2026

Ivory Coast : Idriss Diallo steps up bid to remain at helm of football federation

The 2026 FIFA World Cup, held from 11 June to 19 July in the United States, Canada and Mexico, has [...]

Ariana News

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· Jul 12, 2026

FIFA World Cup semi-final line-up confirmed

The winners of the two matches will advance to the 2026 FIFA World Cup final, while the losing teams will contest the third-place play-off. The post FIFA World Cup semi-final line-up confirmed first appeared on Ariana News | Afghanistan News.

The Economic Times

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· Jul 12, 2026

'FIFA to explore 64-team World Cup in 2030'

'FIFA to explore 64-team World Cup in 2030'

India TV News

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· Jul 5, 2026

Why does England's upcoming FIFA WC clash at the Azteca Stadium spell trouble for them? Check venue history

The stage is set for the round of 16 clash at the ongoing FIFA World Cup 2026. England will be taking on Mexico in the clash as the two sides will hope to book their berth in the quarter-finals of the tournament. The teams will meet on July 6th, and one of the biggest talking points from the game will be the venue.

Buenos Aires Times

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· Jul 13, 2026

Messi ventures into uncharted waters with Argentina-England semi-final clash

Every major footballing nation has fallen beneath his blade. All but one: England, the giant Lionel Messi will face for the first time on Wednesday in the semi-finals of the 2026 World Cup. Leer más

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