As of July 11, 2026, the 2026 FIFA World Cup semifinals are set, featuring a highly anticipated rematch between France and Spain. This follows their encounter at Euro 2024, where Spain defeated France 2-1 in the semifinals on July 9, 2024, in Munich. The match will showcase Kylian Mbappé of France against Lamine Yamal of Spain, who scored a stunning goal in that Euro 2024 match.
According to verified reports from FIFA and major sports outlets, the semifinal is scheduled for July 14, 2026, at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey. France advanced after a quarterfinal win over Portugal, while Spain defeated Germany. The winner will face either Argentina or Brazil in the final on July 18, 2026.
This match is seen as a redemption opportunity for Mbappé and France, who were eliminated by Spain in the Euro 2024 semifinals. Yamal, now 19, has continued to impress, while Mbappé, 27, remains a key player for France. Both teams are at full strength, with no major injury reports as of the semifinal date.
