/ Jul 20, 2026
/ Jul 20, 2026

Argentina, England, France and Spain reach World Cup semi-finals

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The 2026 World Cup quarter-finals produced thrilling drama, standout individual performances and confirmed the four teams that will battle for a place in the final.

 

According to Channels Television, the last eight stage showcased why the tournament in the United States, Canada and Mexico has been one of the most competitive in recent history, with Spain, France, England and defending champions Argentina advancing to the semi-finals.

Kylian Mbappé continued his remarkable scoring form for France, taking his tournament tally to eight goals after finding the net in Les Bleus’ victory over Morocco. His Real Madrid teammate Jude Bellingham also starred, scoring twice as England came from behind to beat Norway 2-1 after extra time.

Argentina, led by Lionel Messi, stayed on course to defend their World Cup title despite the captain failing to score in a 3-1 victory over Switzerland. Messi remains level with Mbappé on eight goals and firmly in contention for the Golden Boot heading into the semi-finals.

Africa’s hopes ended with Morocco’s quarter-final defeat to France. The Atlas Lions, who reached the semi-finals at the 2022 World Cup, were the continent’s last remaining representatives, leaving Africa still searching for its first World Cup final appearance.

The quarter-finals also underlined the dominance of football’s traditional powers. Spain, France, England and Argentina, all former world champions, secured places in the last four after surviving tightly contested matches. Two quarter-finals required extra time, highlighting how narrow the margins were at this stage of the competition.

Attention now turns to two blockbuster semi-finals. Spain face France in an all-European clash, while Argentina meet England in a highly anticipated showdown as the race for the 2026 World Cup title reaches its climax.

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