Spain's March to the Semifinal
Spain's national team secured a place in the 2026 World Cup semifinals after a hard‑fought victory over Belgium, a result that reshapes the tournament's knockout stage.
The match saw Fabian Ruiz open the scoring early, only for Charles De Ketelaere to answer for Belgium, and the decisive moment arrived in the 88th minute when Mikel Merino struck the winner, sending the Spanish side into the last four.
Semifinal Showdown in Dallas
Their next opponent will be France, with the semifinal scheduled for July 14 at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas, kicking off at 3 p.m. Eastern Time. The encounter marks the second meeting between the two nations in World Cup history, the first having taken place in 2006 when France edged Spain 5‑4 in a dramatic shoot‑out.
Ticket Market Heats Up
Ticket demand is already intense. As of publication, the lowest‑priced entry for the Spain‑France clash starts at $1,891, while the most affordable seats in the lower bowl are listed at $3,389. Prices reflect the premium placed on a potential showdown between two of the tournament's most prolific attacking sides.
Finals and the Road Ahead
The final of the 2026 World Cup is set for July 19 at MetLife Stadium, where the cheapest tickets begin at $8,404 and lower‑level seats start at $21,783, underscoring the event's status as a global sporting spectacle.
Fans hoping to attend the matches can explore official channels through FIFA's website, while travel and accommodation options are being coordinated across host cities in the United States. The tournament's organizers have emphasized safety protocols and sustainable practices to accommodate the unprecedented scale of the event.