2026 FIFA World Cup Semifinals: Results, Bracket & Final
The 2026 FIFA World Cup semifinals are complete, and the Final is set: Spain will face Argentina on July 19 at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey. In the first World Cup with 48 teams, the final four came down to Spain, France, England and Argentina. Spain beat France 2-0 in Dallas, and Argentina came from behind to edge England 2-1 in Atlanta.
Both semifinals were played in the United States on July 14 and 15, 2026. France and England now meet in the third place match on July 18 in Miami, one day before the Final. Below is the full result, schedule, bracket and format for the final four.
2026 World Cup Semifinals Quick Facts
| Round | Semifinals (final four) |
| Matches | 2 (Match 101 and Match 102), both played |
| Dates | July 14 and 15, 2026 |
| Host cities | Dallas (Arlington) and Atlanta |
| Results | France 0-2 Spain; England 1-2 Argentina |
| Finalists | Spain and Argentina |
| Format | Single elimination, extra time and penalties if level |
| Final | July 19, 2026 at MetLife Stadium, New Jersey |
| Third place match | July 18 at Hard Rock Stadium, Miami (France vs England) |
| Ticket face value | About $420 to $3,295, plus a 15% fee |
2026 FIFA World Cup Semifinals Results and Schedule
Both semifinals kicked off at 3:00 PM Eastern Time on consecutive days. FIFA uses official tournament venue names during the World Cup, shown below alongside the usual name.
| Date | Match | Fixture | Score | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tue, Jul 14 | 101 | France vs Spain | 0-2 | Dallas Stadium (AT&T), Arlington |
| Wed, Jul 15 | 102 | England vs Argentina | 1-2 | Atlanta Stadium (Mercedes-Benz), Atlanta |
Both are indoor NFL stadiums with retractable roofs. Dallas Stadium is the larger venue and hosted nine World Cup matches, more than any other site. The winners, Spain and Argentina, advance to the Final on July 19 at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey, while France and England meet in the third place match on July 18 in Miami.
Semifinal 1: France 0, Spain 2
Spain controlled the first semifinal in Arlington. Mikel Oyarzabal converted a first half penalty after Lucas Digne fouled Lamine Yamal, and Pedro Porro added the second after the break following a quick exchange with Dani Olmo. France lost defender William Saliba to injury and never found a way back. Spain have conceded just once all tournament and now chase their first World Cup crown since 2010.
Semifinal 2: England 1, Argentina 2
Argentina produced a dramatic late comeback in Atlanta. Anthony Gordon put England ahead in the 55th minute from a Morgan Rogers cross. Lionel Messi then decided the tie, setting up Enzo Fernandez to equalize in the 85th minute and delivering the pass for Lautaro Martinez to head the winner two minutes into stoppage time. Messi’s two assists carried the defending champions to a second straight final.
How the Semifinal Round Works (Format)
Each semifinal is single elimination. A match lasts 90 minutes. If the score is level, the teams play 30 minutes of extra time, then a penalty shootout with five kicks each and sudden death if still tied. There are no replays in the knockout stage. By this point each side had already played six matches, so squad depth and recovery mattered as much as form.
How Spain and Argentina Reached the 2026 FIFA World Cup Semifinals
Every team followed the same route to the final four: a win in the Round of 32, the Round of 16 and the quarterfinal. Spain came through the top half of the bracket to Dallas, while Argentina advanced through the bottom half to Atlanta. France and England pushed both favorites hard, but Spain and Argentina were the more clinical sides when it mattered.
World Cup 2026 Semifinals Bracket
The bracket splits into two halves, and each half sent one team to the Final. The top half ran through Dallas, where Spain beat France. The bottom half ran through Atlanta, where Argentina beat England. The live bracket below updates each matchup and score as the Final approaches.
Fans who prefer to follow along on paper can download a printable, fillable World Cup 2026 bracket.
Semifinal Tickets and Prices
Semifinal tickets are gone, but the same system now applies to the Final. FIFA sells official seats through FIFA.com/tickets, with most remaining inventory on the FIFA Resale Marketplace. Semifinal face values ran from about $420 to $3,295, plus a 15% service fee, and FIFA’s first use of dynamic pricing pushed resale listings into five figures. Tickets are tied to a buyer’s ID and are not refundable. For prices by round, category and host city, see the full World Cup 2026 ticket prices guide.
2026 FIFA World Cup Semifinals FAQ
Who won the 2026 World Cup semifinals?
Spain beat France 2-0 in Dallas and Argentina beat England 2-1 in Atlanta, so the Final on July 19 is Spain vs Argentina.
When and where is the 2026 World Cup Final?
Sunday, July 19, 2026 at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey, where Spain face Argentina.
Who plays in the third place match?
France and England meet in the third place match on July 18 at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami, one day before the Final.
How did Argentina beat England?
Anthony Gordon put England ahead in the 55th minute, then Lionel Messi set up Enzo Fernandez (85th) and Lautaro Martinez (90+2) to complete a 2-1 comeback.
How did Spain beat France?
Mikel Oyarzabal scored a first half penalty and Pedro Porro added a second as Spain won 2-0 at Dallas Stadium in Arlington.
What happens if a knockout match is level?
It goes to 30 minutes of extra time, then a penalty shootout with five kicks each and sudden death if still tied.
Where were the 2026 World Cup semifinals played?
At Dallas Stadium (AT&T Stadium) in Arlington and Atlanta Stadium (Mercedes-Benz Stadium) in Atlanta, both indoor venues with retractable roofs.
The 2026 FIFA World Cup semifinals delivered a classic final four and a heavyweight Final. Spain’s control against France and Argentina’s late rally past England set up a meeting between the 2010 winners and the reigning champions on July 19 at MetLife Stadium.
Before the Final, France and England close out their tournaments in the third place match on July 18 in Miami.
