2026 FIFA World Cup Semifinals: Teams, Schedule, Bracket & Format
The 2026 FIFA World Cup semifinals are the final-four stage of the first 48-team World Cup, set for July 14 and 15, 2026. Both matches are played in the United States, at AT&T Stadium in Dallas and Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta. The winners reach the Final on July 19, and the losers meet in the third-place match.
The four teams are not yet known. The knockout stage is still in the Round of 32, with the Round of 16 (July 4 to 7) and quarterfinals (July 9 to 11) to come. t
The semifinalists are confirmed only after the quarterfinals end on July 11, so the fixtures below are listed by bracket number for now.
2026 World Cup Semifinals Quick Facts
| Round | Semifinals (final four) |
| Matches | 2 (Match 101 and Match 102) |
| Dates | July 14 and 15, 2026 |
| Host cities | Dallas (Arlington) and Atlanta |
| Kickoff | 3:00 PM ET, both matches |
| Format | Single elimination, extra time and penalties if level |
| Teams confirmed | After the quarterfinals end July 11 |
| Winners advance to | The Final, July 19 in New Jersey |
| Losers play | The third-place match, July 18 in Miami |
| Ticket face value | About $420 to $3,295, plus a 15% fee |
2026 FIFA World Cup Semifinals Schedule
Both semifinals kick off at 3:00 PM Eastern Time on back-to-back days. FIFA uses official tournament names for each venue during the World Cup, shown below alongside the usual name.
| Date | Match | Fixture | Kickoff (ET) | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tue, Jul 14 | 101 | Winner M97 vs Winner M98 | 3:00 PM | Dallas Stadium (AT&T), Arlington |
| Wed, Jul 15 | 102 | Winner M99 vs Winner M100 | 3:00 PM | Atlanta Stadium (Mercedes-Benz), Atlanta |
Both are climate-controlled NFL stadiums with retractable roofs. Dallas Stadium is the larger venue and hosts nine World Cup matches, more than any other.
The winners advance to the Final on July 19 at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey, and the losers play the third-place match on July 18 in Miami.
How Does the Semifinal Round Work (Format)
Each semifinal is single elimination. A match lasts 90 minutes. If it is level, teams play 30 minutes of extra time, then a penalty shootout if still tied. There are no replays in the knockout stage.
The bracket is fixed, so each semifinal links to set quarterfinals: the winners of Match 97 and Match 98 meet in Dallas, and the winners of Match 99 and Match 100 meet in Atlanta. To get here, a team wins its Round of 32, Round of 16 and quarterfinal. By the semifinals, each side has played six matches, so squad depth and recovery matter.
How Teams Reach the Semifinals
The field is wide open, since the quarterfinals are not played until July 9 to 11. So far in the Round of 32, Canada, Brazil, Paraguay, Morocco and Norway have advanced, while South Africa, Germany, Netherlands, Japan and Ivory Coast are out.
The rest of the Round of 32 runs through July 3 and still includes Argentina, Spain, France, England, Portugal, Mexico and the United States. Each surviving team must then win its Round of 16 match and its quarterfinal to reach the final four. The four semifinalists are set once the quarterfinals finish on July 11.
World Cup 2026 Semifinals Bracket (Current Scenario)
The bracket splits into two halves, and each half sends one team to the Final. The top half runs through Dallas, where the winners of Quarterfinal 97 and Quarterfinal 98 meet on July 14.
The bottom half runs through Atlanta, where the winners of Quarterfinal 99 and Quarterfinal 100 meet on July 15. Two strong sides in the same half must knock each other out before the Final.
The live bracket above updates each matchup and score as results come in. Fans who prefer to follow along on paper can download a printable, fillable World Cup 2026 bracket.
Semifinal Tickets and Prices
FIFA sells official tickets through FIFA.com/tickets, but with primary inventory nearly gone, most seats now come through the FIFA Resale Marketplace. Semifinal face values run from about $420 to $3,295, plus a 15% service fee.
FIFA uses dynamic pricing for the first time, so prices move with demand, and resale listings for these ties can reach five figures.
Seat categories now reflect how high a seat sits, not how close it is to the field. Category 4 in the upper corners is cheapest. A $60 Supporter Entry Tier exists but is allocated through national federations, not sold to the public.
Tickets are non-refundable and tied to a buyer’s ID. For prices by round, category and host city, see the full World Cup 2026 ticket prices guide.
2026 FIFA World Cup Semifinals FAQ
When are the 2026 World Cup semifinals?
July 14 and 15, 2026. Match 101 is July 14 in Dallas and Match 102 is July 15 in Atlanta, both at 3:00 PM ET.
Where are the semifinals played?
Both are in the United States: Dallas Stadium (AT&T Stadium) in Arlington and Atlanta Stadium (Mercedes-Benz Stadium) in Atlanta, both climate-controlled venues with retractable roofs.
How do teams qualify for the semifinals?
A team must win its Round of 32, Round of 16 and quarterfinal matches. The four quarterfinal winners advance, and the field is set after July 11.
What happens if a semifinal is a draw?
It goes to 30 minutes of extra time, then a penalty shootout if still level, with five penalties each and sudden death if needed.
How much do semifinal tickets cost?
Face values run from about $420 to $3,295, plus a 15% fee. Dynamic pricing and resale push real prices higher.
What happens to the losing semifinalists?
They meet in the third-place match on July 18 at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami, one day before the Final.
Where is the 2026 World Cup Final played?
July 19, 2026 at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey, where the two semifinal winners decide the champion.
The 2026 FIFA World Cup semifinals are the last step before the Final. With the Round of 32 underway and the quarterfinals next, the four teams are set on July 11, then play July 14 in Dallas and July 15 in Atlanta.
The winners head to the Final in New Jersey on July 19, and the losers meet for third place in Miami.
