The quarterfinals of the 2026 World Cup concluded with the final four, making the path to the championship unambiguous. Over three days and four matches, the competition reduced the original eight contenders to the semifinalists set to compete for a place in the final.
France advanced first, defeating Morocco 2-0 at Boston Stadium, as Kylian Mbappé and Ousmane Dembélé scored the goals that secured the tournament’s opening semifinal berth.
A day later, Spain secured its place in the semifinals with a 2-1 victory over Belgium at Los Angeles Stadium, the decisive goal coming in the 88th minute from Mikel Merino after earlier goals from Fabian Ruiz and Charles De Ketelaere had been equalized.
On Saturday, England required a stoppage-time equalizer and a Jude Bellingham extra-time winner to overcome Norway, while Alexis Mac Allister, Julián Álvarez, and Lautaro Martínez contributed to Argentina’s 3-1 victory over Switzerland, completing the semifinal lineup.
2026 FIFA World Cup Semifinal Schedule
With the bracket complete, here is the full slate for the final four:
Tuesday, July 14
France vs Spain – Dallas Stadium
Wednesday, July 15
England vs Argentina – Atlanta Stadium
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