By the end of the day, the World Cup 2026 final will be set.
Defending champions Argentina will face off with England this afternoon for a spot in the final. It would be back-to-back finals appearances for La Albiceleste, while the Three Lions haven’t played in the World Cup final since 1966, when they won it all.
England’s campaign has been history-making, as Jude Bellingham and Harry Kane became the first two players to score six goals each for the same country during one World Cup. Bellingham scored both goals in England’s 2-1 quarterfinal victory over Norway.
As the race for the Golden Boot heats up, both Bellingham and Kane will be in the conversation with Argentinian superstar Lionel Messi, who has eight.
Argentina survived another scare in the quarterfinals. Tied 1-1 with Switzerland at the end of regulation time, Julián Álvarez and Lautaro Martínez came through with two huge goals in extra time to win the match.
England vs. Argentina: what to know
- What: FIFA World Cup 2026, Semifinals
- When: July 15, 3 p.m. ET
- Where: Mercedes-Benz Stadium (Atlanta, Georgia)
- Channel: FOX (English), Telemundo (Spanish)
- Streaming: DIRECTV (try it free)
Today’s winner will travel to New Jersey to face off with Spain in the July 19 final, while the loser will play France for third place on July 18.
Here’s everything you need to know about England vs. Argentina at the 2026 World Cup.
England vs. Argentina start time
The England vs. Argentina World Cup semifinal is scheduled to begin at 3 p.m. ET today, July 15.
How to watch England vs. Argentina for free
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More coverage on the 2026 FIFA World Cup
England World Cup results
| Opponent | Result |
|---|---|
| Croatia (World Cup – Group L) | England 4, Croatia 2 |
| Ghana (World Cup – Group L) | 0-0 draw |
| Panama (World Cup – Group L) | England 2, Panama 0 |
| Congo DR (World Cup – Round of 32) | England 2, Congo DR 1 |
| Mexico (World Cup – Round of 16) | England 3, Mexico 2 |
| Norway (World Cup – Quarterfinal) | England 2, Norway 1 |
Argentina World Cup results
| Opponent | Result |
|---|---|
| Algeria (World Cup – Group J) | Argentina 3, Algeria 0 |
| Austria (World Cup – Group J) | Argentina 2, Austria 0 |
| Jordan (World Cup – Group J) | Argentina 3, Jordan 1 |
| Cape Verde (World Cup – Round of 32) | Argentina 3, Cape Verde 2 |
| Egypt (World Cup – Round of 16) | Argentina 3, Egypt 2 |
| Switzerland (World Cup – Quarterfinal) | Argentina 3, Switzerland 1 |
England World Cup roster
Goalkeepers:
- Jordan Pickford
- Dean Henderson
- James Trafford
Defenders:
- Ezri Konsa
- Nico O’Reilly
- John Stones
- Marc Guéhi
- Tino Livramento
- Dan Burn
- Reece James
- Djed Spence
- Jarell Quansah
Midfielders:
- Declan Rice
- Elliot Anderson
- Jude Bellingham
- Jordan Henderson
- Kobbie Mainoo
- Morgan Rogers
- Eberechi Eze
Forwards:
- Bukayo Saka
- Harry Kane (captain)
- Marcus Rashford
- Anthony Gordon
- Ollie Watkins
- Noni Madueke
- Ivan Tony
Argentina World Cup roster
Goalkeepers:
- Juan Musso
- Gerónimo Rulli
- Emiliano Martínez
Defenders:
- Nicolás Tagliafico
- Gonzalo Montiel
- Lisandro Martínez
- Cristian Romero
- Nicolás Otamendi
- Facundo Medina
- Nahuel Molina
Midfielders:
- Lenandro Parades
- Rodrigo De Paul
- Valentín Barco
- Giovani Lo Celso
- Exequiel Palacios
- Thiago Almada
- Alexis Mac Allister
- Enzo Fernández
Forwards:
- Julián Álvarez
- Lionel Messi (captain)
- Nico González
- Giuliano Simeone
- Nico Paz
- José Manuel López
- Lautaro Martínez
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