The FIFA World Cup 2026 has entered the most dramatic and thrilling stage of the tournament as quarter-final fixtures have already started. Each of the teams is looking to book their place in the final four of the World Cup. As of 11th July, 2026, Spain and France have already entered the semi-finals after they beat Belgium and Morocco, respectively. After the completion of quarterfinals, winners will compete against each other in the semis. Here is everything youn need to know about the FIFA World Cup 2026 semifinal schedule, fixtures, qualified teams, venues, and road to the final.
Quarter Final 1: France Beats Morocco
In the first match of the quarterfinals, France booked their place in the semifinals after a commanding 2-0 win over Morocco.
Goals from Kylian Mbappé and Ousmane Dembélé confirmed France’s spot in the semifinals, where they will meet Spain.
Quarter Final 2: Spain One Goal Victory Against Belgium
Spanish footballer Mikel Merino scored just before the end of the match, when Spain defeated Belgium with the score of 2-1.
With this victory, Spain entered the semifinals of the World Cup, where it will play on 14th July, 2026, against France in Dallas.
In the first half of the game, beginning in the 30th minute, Spain took the lead with a goal scored by Fabian Ruiz. However, the score was equalized by Charles De Ketelaere in the 41st minute.
FIFA World Cup 2026 Semifinal Schedule
| Date | Time | Semi Final | Venue |
| July 15, 2026 | 12:30 AM | France vs Spain | AT&T Stadium, Arlington, Texas |
| July 16, 2026 | 12:30 AM | Winner of Norway vs England vs Winner of Argentina vs Switzerland | Mercedes-Benz Stadium, Atlanta |
Teams qualifying for each semi final head to the final and compete for the World Cup on 20th July, 2026.
FIFA World Cup 2026 Quarterfinal Results
The quarterfinal matches will be played between July 10th to July 12th, 2026.
| Date | Match | Venue | Result | Time (IST) | Man of The Match |
| Friday, July 10 | France vs Morocco | Boston Stadium | 2-0 | 1:30 AM | Kylian Mbappe |
| Saturday, July 11 | Spain vs Belgium | Los Angeles Stadium | 2-1 | 12:30 AM | Lamine Yamal |
| Sunday, July 12 | Norway vs England | Miami Stadium | – | 2:30 AM | – |
| Sunday, July 12 | Argentina vs Switzerland | Kansas City Stadium | – | 6:30 AM | – |
Qualified Teams for the FIFA World Cup 2026 Semifinals
Currently, as of 11th July 2026, France and Spain have already qualified for the semi-finals.
| Team | Quarterfinal Result | Semifinal Opponent |
| France | Defeated Morocco 2-0 | Spain |
| Spain | Defeated Belgium 2-1 | France |
The remaining fixtures will confirmed after two quarterfinals matches.
How the Semifinal Fixtures Are To Be Decided
The FIFA World Cup knockout bracket is divided into two halves after the Round of 32.
First Half Includes Teams Like,
- France
- Morocco
- Spain
- Belgium
As France defeated Morocco and Spain defeated Belgium, both teams will face each other in the semi-final 1.
Second Half Includes,
- Norway
- England
- Argentina
- Switzerland
The winner of Norway vs England will face the winner of Argentina vs Switzerland in the semi-final 2.








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