The semifinal matchups for the 2026 FIFA World Cup have been determined

The quarterfinal matches of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, co-hosted by the U.S., Canada, and Mexico, have concluded. Three European nations and one South American nation will compete in the semifinals. The four teams that have advanced to the semifinals are also ranked in the top four of the FIFA World Rankings. France will face Spain in one semifinal match. In the other semifinal, England will take on defending world champion Argentina.

Messi and Mbappé Lead the Scoring Race

Heading into the semifinals, two players are tied for the lead in the scoring race. Argentine soccer player Lionel Messi and French soccer player Kylian Mbappe have each found the back of the net 8 times and are currently the tournament’s top scorers. Following these two players, Norway’s striker Erling Haaland—whose team was eliminated from the tournament—has 7 goals, while English players Harry Kane and Jude Bellingham each have 6, and French player Ousmane Dembele has 5.The FIFA World Cup semifinal schedule is as follows:

Tuesday, July 1410:00 p.m. France vs. Spain

Wednesday, July 1510:00 p.m. England vs. Argentina