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France and Spain meet on Tuesday with France as slight favorites, while Argentina and England clash on Wednesday, also favoring England. Kylian Mbappé and Lionel Messi share the Golden Boot lead with eight goals each, and Harry Kane sits third with six.
FIFA president Gianni Infantino confirmed that discussions on expanding the World Cup to 64 teams will begin after the current edition, citing the success of the 48‑team format and the tournament's growing financial impact.
Argentina advanced to the semifinals after a hard-fought victory, reviving a storied rivalry and highlighting key moments from Lionel Messi to Diego Maradona's legacy.
A tense finish in Miami saw Norway take an early lead, England equalise through Jude Bellingham, and a controversial overhead camera cable spark frustration before Bellingham's decisive strike sent the Three Lions to the semifinals.
A late equaliser by Jude Bellingham, allegedly set up after the ball brushed a camera cable, prompted fierce reactions from Alfie Haaland and Norway's coach Ståle Solbakken, while FIFA defended its sensor data and highlighted another contentious offside decision involving Croatia.
Brazilian football icon Neymar made a splash at the 2026 World Series of Poker in Las Vegas, but his run ended early, echoing a tournament story that began a year earlier.
The former president's opposition to birthright citizenship is illustrated by the unusual situation of Folarin Balogun, a U.S.-born midfielder whose eligibility for the national team would vanish if the law were changed.
Argentina’s coach Lionel Scaloni downplayed political tensions ahead of the World Cup semi‑final against England, emphasizing that the contest is purely sporting while reflecting on the team’s recent victory over Switzerland and the historic weight of a potential clash with England.
Gabriel Bustamante, a lifelong football memorabilia enthusiast, has amassed over 20,000 items that span generations and continents, preserving the stories embedded in each artifact.
A disputed VAR call that sent Switzerland goalkeeper Gregor Kobel off ignited accusations of tournament rigging, but Argentina prevailed 3‑1 in extra time, setting up a semifinal clash with England.
Switzerland’s coach Murat Yakin decried the officiating after a contentious match that saw Breel Embolo sent off and Lionel Messi confront the referee, sparking debate over bias.
With the tournament on a brief hiatus, the semifinal lineup is set. France will face Spain in Dallas, while England meet Argentina in Atlanta, each clash set to air on FOX and stream on FOX One.
From a disallowed Croatia goal to coach critiques, the World Cup has become a laboratory for the technology's promises and pitfalls.
The upcoming semi‑final between England and Argentina promises more than a tactical battle; it revives a decades‑long narrative of triumph, controversy and national pride.
FIFA president Gianni Infantino has outlined a plan to expand the 2030 World Cup to 64 teams, spreading matches across six nations and three continents, while European and North American officials voice opposition.
The U.S. men's national team was eliminated in the round of 16 despite high expectations, revealing pay‑for‑play barriers, a lack of tactical identity, and competition from other sports that together shape the nation's soccer challenges.
The 2026 tournament has sparked an unprecedented spike in jersey and apparel sales across North America.
England defeats Norway 2-1 in extra time, with Jude Bellingham scoring both goals, while controversies and a tribute to Jayden Adams add depth to the narrative.
Argentina overcame a controversial dismissal to defeat Switzerland 3-1, with Julian Alvarez netting the decisive goal in extra time, setting up a semifinal clash with England.
England defeated Norway 2-1 in extra time, with Jude Bellingham scoring both goals. Coach Thomas Tuchel criticized the performance, while Bellingham defended the team. Norway's Andreas Schjelderup scored, but Erling Haaland was held scoreless.
The 2026 FIFA World Cup semifinals will see England face Argentina in a rematch that blends footballing brilliance with a deep‑rooted historical rivalry.
A dramatic extra‑time performance sees Argentina defeat Switzerland 3‑1, with key goals from Alvarez and Martinez and a red card for Breel Embolo shaping the contest.
Argentina secured a 3-1 win over Switzerland, advancing to the semi-finals and setting up a much-anticipated match against England in Atlanta.
Argentina edged Switzerland 3-1 in a tense quarterfinal, with Julian Alvarez's extra‑time strike sealing the win after Lionel Messi's assist opened the scoring, while England dispatched Norway 2-1 thanks to Jude Bellingham's brace, both matches unfolding on U.S. soil.