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On July 12, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. In 1468, Juan del Encina, Spanish poet, playwright, and composer (probable; (died 1530) was born. In 1691, Battle of Aughrim (Julian calendar): The decisive victory of William III of England's forces in Ireland. In 1806, At the insistence of Napoleon, Bavaria, Baden, Württemberg and thirteen minor principalities leave the Holy Roman Empire and form the Confederation of the Rhine. In 1852, Hipólito Yrigoyen, Argentinian lawyer and politician, 19th President of Argentina (died 1933) was born. In 1904, Pablo Neruda, Chilean poet and diplomat, Nobel Prize laureate (died 1973) was born. In 1990, Bebé, Portuguese footballer was born. In 1995, Chinese seismologists successfully predict the 1995 Myanmar-China earthquake, reducing the number of casualties to 11. In 1997, François Furet, French historian and author (born 1927) passed away. In 2000, Vinícius Júnior, Brazilian footballer was born. In 2013, Six people are killed and 200 injured in a French passenger train derailment in Brétigny-sur-Orge. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.

Ranking the World Cup semifinalists: How do Argentina, France, Spain and England stack up?

CBS Sports

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July 12, 2026

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                        Ranking the World Cup semifinalists: How do Argentina, France, Spain and England stack up?

Argentina may be the reigning champs and have the greatest to ever do it in Lionel Messi, but they are a ways off from the top spot

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Yardbarker

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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.

FOX Sports Digital

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· Jul 11, 2026

Could Lamine Yamal Be Benched For Spain vs. France World Cup Semifinal?

Spain is onto the semifinals at the World Cup, but Alexi Lalas has been convinced by its and Lamine Yamal's performances.

NBC News

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· Jul 12, 2026

Radar Mundial: Inglaterra y Argentina completan unas semifinales de lujo

Inglaterra eliminó a Noruega con un doblete de Jude Bellingham y Argentina venció a Suiza con goles de Mac Allister, Julián Álvarez y Lautaro Martínez. Por primera vez, las cuatro mejores selecciones del ranking FIFA jugarán las semifinales.

OneFootball

· Jul 12, 2026

📹 New rule sees red in Switzerland v Argentina; player distraught

In Kansas City (USA), Argentina and Switzerland are drawing 1-1 this Saturday (11) in the quarterfinals of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.The winner will face England in the semifinals next Thursday (15).Aft...

Le Monde

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· Jul 12, 2026

Argentina secures place in World Cup semi-final with 3-1 victory over Switzerland

The hard-fought victory at the Arrowhead Stadium means the top four teams in the FIFA rankings will contest the semi-finals of the 2026 tournament: France, Spain, England and Argentina.

Football365

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· Jun 23, 2026

World Cup 2026 Power Rankings: Argentina and France set down markers again

Spain are firmly back among the likeliest winners after their latest effort, but we’re not forgetting that 0-0. Are Argentina still top for now?

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Related coverage for " Ranking the World Cup semifinalists: How do Argentina, France, Spain and England stack up? ": Yardbarker — World Cup 2026 Saturday takeaways: Jude Bellingham shines; Argentina takes advantage of Swiss flop. FOX Sports Digital — Could Lamine Yamal Be Benched For Spain vs. France World Cup Semifinal? . NBC News — Radar Mundial: Inglaterra y Argentina completan unas semifinales de lujo. OneFootball — 📹 New rule sees red in Switzerland v Argentina; player distraught. Le Monde — Argentina secures place in World Cup semi-final with 3-1 victory over Switzerland. Football365 — World Cup 2026 Power Rankings: Argentina and France set down markers again