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Argentina Secures World Cup Semi-Final Spot, Setting Up Clash with England

From Morgunblaðið · () Icelandic

Translated from Icelandic, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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News From a news agency Outcome reported
  • Argentina defeated Switzerland in the final quarter-final match of the 2026 Men's Football World Cup, securing the last spot in the semi-finals.
  • The semi-final matchups are set: France will play Spain on July 14, and England will face Argentina on July 15.
  • The tournament is nearing its conclusion, with the semi-finals scheduled to take place in Texas and Atlanta.

Argentina has clinched the final semi-final berth in the 2026 Men's Football World Cup, following a decisive victory over Switzerland. The South American powerhouse emerged victorious in the last of the quarter-final clashes, setting the stage for the tournament's penultimate round.

With Argentina's win, the semi-final pairings are now confirmed. The first semi-final will see European giants France take on Spain. This highly anticipated match is scheduled for July 14 in Texas.

The second semi-final will feature England against Argentina. This encounter is set to take place the following day, July 15, in Atlanta.

The tournament has progressed through its intense knockout stages, leaving four nations to battle for the coveted World Cup trophy. The upcoming semi-finals promise thrilling football as the remaining teams vie for a place in the grand final.

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Originally published by Morgunblaðið in Icelandic. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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