Spain Upsets France in World Cup 2026 Semifinal as Argentina Faces England Tonight

The first semifinal of the 2026 World Cup delivered historic drama at the Dallas stadium, where European champions Spain defeated France, a tournament favorite, eliminating Kylian Mbappe and the French team earlier than expected. Spain secured the first ticket to the final, set for Sunday, July 19, 2026, at 22:00, with live broadcast on Kan 11. Spain’s young star Yamal played a key indirect role in the opening goal that sealed France’s fate.

The second semifinal, scheduled for tonight at 22:00 in Atlanta and also broadcast live on Kan 11, features defending champions Argentina against England. Argentina reached the semifinals after a remarkable comeback against Egypt, overturning a 0-2 deficit to win 3-2 without extra time. Approximately 50,000 fans, mostly wearing Lionel Messi jerseys, are expected in the Atlanta stadium, alongside around 30,000 English supporters. Over 20 million viewers from both countries and more than half a billion worldwide are anticipated to watch, potentially setting a new viewership record surpassed only by the final.

Argentina’s squad includes key players such as goalkeeper Martinez, Giovanni Lo Celso, goal scorers Martinez and Christian Romero, and midfielders Rodrigo De Paul and Enzo Fernandez. However, all eyes are on Lionel Messi, who remains the World Cup’s all-time top scorer following Mbappe’s exit. Messi aims to lift the World Cup trophy for the second consecutive time and keep Argentina as reigning champions for the next four years. The Argentine coach, Lionel Scaloni, is expected to instruct an aggressive offensive strategy to secure an early lead and reduce pressure.

England, which last won the World Cup 50 years ago in 1966, boasts stars Jude Bellingham and Harry Kane, now playing for Bayern Munich. Kane scored England’s first tournament goal via penalty against Croatia and hopes for a historic victory over Argentina to reach the final against Spain. Analysts emphasize that predictions mean little until the final whistle, with the outcome depending entirely on on-field performance.

Fans worldwide are urged to watch closely as the winner of tonight’s match will face Spain in the 2026 World Cup final, concluding a tournament full of surprises and intense competition.