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2026 World Cup
Semi-Final
USA
14-15 July 2026
Both: 20:00
France and Spain will go toe-to-toe in the first 2026 World Cup semi-final match at the Dallas Stadium on 14 July.
Head-To-Head
France and Spain have faced each other 38 times in official international matches, with Spain holding the edge in the head-to-head record — 18 wins to France’s 13, and 7 draws.
Their most recent encounter came in the UEFA Nations League semi-final in June 2025, where Spain produced a thrilling 5-4 victory over France in a nine-goal classic.
Which Team Is Most Likely To Win
Spain are the slight favourites thanks to their superior technical ability, fluid possession-based style under Luis de la Fuente, and exceptional depth in midfield and attack.
Furthermore, Spain have eliminated France in the last two major knockout meetings — the Euro 2024 semi-final (2-1) and the 2025 UEFA Nations League semi-final (5-4).
However, France remain extremely dangerous opponents, blending explosive pace and power — led by Kylian Mbappé — with a rock-solid defence, giving them every chance to turn the game in their favour in what should be a fascinating tactical duel.
Meanwhile, England and Argentina will square off in the second 2026 World Cup semi-final match at the Mercedes-Benz Stadium on 15 July.
Head-To-Head
England and Argentina have met 14 times in official international matches, with England holding the edge in the head-to-head record — six wins to Argentina’s three, and five draws.
Their most recent encounter came in a thrilling friendly in Geneva in November 2005, where England produced a dramatic comeback to win 3-2, with Michael Owen scoring two late headers to seal the victory.
Which Team Is Most Likely To Win
Argentina enter as favourites, driven by their experience as defending champions, Lionel Messi’s big-game quality, and a squad that has shown remarkable resilience throughout the tournament.
That said, England possess huge physicality, set-piece threat, and attacking firepower with players like Harry Kane and Jude Bellingham, making them more than capable of producing an upset in what promises to be an incredibly tight and tactical battle.
Quotes
“I’m not worried about Argentina, if I’m honest. I don’t look at Argentina and sit here being worried about them being better than us." former England captain John Terry told FIFA.com.
"I think, man-for-man, we’re better than Argentina. “You know what I like about this England side at the minute? We’ve had big moments. We’ve got a good side but it feels like everything’s going for us. It feels like it’s England’s time.”
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