The FIFA World Cup 2026 Semifinals produced historic matchups: France (Kylian Mbappe) vs Argentina (Lionel Messi) — a rematch of the iconic 2022 WC Final in Qatar — and Portugal (Cristiano Ronaldo) vs Canada (Jonathan David). Canada's semifinal appearance is historic — the first time the co-host nation has reached this stage in any World Cup. France vs Argentina in a WC Semifinal for the first time since 2022. The FIFA WC 2026 Final will be played on July 19, 2026 at MetLife Stadium, East Rutherford, New Jersey, USA.
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FIFA WC 2026 Semifinals: France vs Argentina (2022 WC Final Rematch); Canada vs Portugal — Historic Lineups
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- The FIFA World Cup 2026 Semifinals produced historic matchups: France (Kylian Mbappe) vs Argentina (Lionel Messi) — a rematch of the iconic 2022 WC Final in Qatar — and Portugal (Cristiano Ronaldo) vs Canada (Jonathan David)
- Canada's semifinal appearance is historic — the first time the co-host nation has reached this stage in any World Cup
- France vs Argentina in a WC Semifinal for the first time since 2022
- The FIFA WC 2026 Final will be played on July 19, 2026 at MetLife Stadium, East Rutherford, New Jersey, USA
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• FIFA WC 2026 Semifinals: France vs Argentina; Canada vs Portugal (Jul 11, 2026) • Canada: first-ever WC Semifinal as co-host nation; Jonathan David: top scorer • France vs Argentina: rematch of 2022 WC Final (Qatar; Argentina won on penalties) • FIFA WC 2026 Final: July 19, MetLife Stadium, New Jersey; hosts: USA+Canada+Mexico
