England vs Argentina: World Cup 2026 Semifinal Details
The World Cup 2026 semifinal promises to be a thrilling encounter as Harry Kane leads England against Lionel Messi and Argentina. This match is set for Wednesday, July 15, at the Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, kicking off at 3 p.m. ET.
England's Road to the Semifinals
England has shown strong form throughout the tournament, remaining unbeaten in the group stage. Kane scored two late goals to secure a win against DR Congo in the round of 32. Alongside Jude Bellingham, Kane helped England edge past Mexico in the round of 16 and then overcome Norway in a quarterfinal match on July 11 held in Miami. England aims to capture its first World Cup title in six decades.
Argentina’s Journey So Far
Argentina also advanced without losses in the group stage but faced challenges in the knockout rounds. A close match against Cape Verde nearly ended their run in the round of 32. In the round of 16, Argentina barely escaped after a tough battle with Egypt. Their quarterfinal victory against Switzerland featured a strong finish that pushed them through.
Historic Rivalry Between England and Argentina
This clash isn’t their first World Cup meeting. England holds a slight advantage in head-to-head matches, winning three out of five encounters. That includes a 1-0 quarterfinal win in 1966, the year England claimed its only World Cup trophy. Argentina has two notable victories over England: a 1986 quarterfinal win and a tense 1998 match that ended 2-2 but was decided by penalties in Argentina’s favor.
Match Details
- Date: Wednesday, July 15, 2026
- Time: 3 p.m. ET
- Location: Mercedes-Benz Stadium, Atlanta
- TV Broadcast: Fox, Telemundo
- Streaming: FOX One, Fubo
- Round: Semifinals
The other semifinal features France versus Spain at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas. That game will take place on Tuesday, July 14, also at 3 p.m. ET.
