Argentina and England advance to World Cup semifinals

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The semifinals of the 2026 FIFA World Cup are set, featuring the top four ranked teams in the world: France, Argentina, Spain, and England. Argentina advanced after defeating Switzerland three to one in a quarterfinal match, with goals from Julián Álvarez and Lautaro Martínez in extra time. Switzerland's Breel Embolo received a controversial red card in the second half, which left them with ten men. Swiss coach Murat Yakin expressed his frustration, stating, “We were punished because of a rule that, in my opinion, is completely unacceptable.” England secured their spot in the semifinals by overcoming Norway two to one, with Jude Bellingham scoring both goals for the Three Lions. Bellingham's performance marked him as the first player since Diego Maradona in 1986 to score twice in consecutive knockout matches at the World Cup. England's manager Thomas Tuchel acknowledged the team's need for improvement, calling their performance "sloppy" and "lucky." The semifinals will see France face Spain on July 14 and England take on Argentina on July 15. This marks the first time in World Cup history that the top four FIFA-ranked teams have all reached the semifinals.

WHO:

France

Argentina

Spain

England

Switzerland

Julián Álvarez

Lautaro Martínez

Breel Embolo

Murat Yakin

Jude Bellingham

Thomas Tuchel

WHAT:

Argentina advanced after defeating Switzerland 3-1.

England secured their spot by overcoming Norway 2-1.

Bellingham scored both goals for England.

Breel Embolo received a controversial red card.

WHERE:

Semifinals of the 2026 FIFA World Cup

WHEN:

Semifinals on July 14 and July 15

WHY:

This marks the first time in World Cup history that the top four FIFA-ranked teams have all reached the semifinals.

HOW:

Goals from Julián Álvarez and Lautaro Martínez in extra time for Argentina.

Jude Bellingham's performance marked him as the first player since Diego Maradona in 1986 to score twice in consecutive knockout matches.