2026 World Cup: What we've learned about Argentina, England, France and Spain ahead of the semifinals
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Key Points:
- The 2026 World Cup semifinals feature the top four FIFA-ranked teams: France, Spain, England, and Argentina, setting the stage for highly competitive matchups.
- Argentina's experienced squad, led by Lionel Messi, has shown resilience and clutch performances, relying on individual brilliance and composure in tight moments.
- England's success hinges on the scoring prowess of Jude Bellingham and Harry Kane, who have combined for nearly all of the team's goals, highlighting a potential vulnerability if either is contained.
- France, under Didier Deschamps in his final World Cup as coach, boasts a potent attacking trio of Kylian Mbappé, Ousmane Dembélé, and Michael Olise, compensating for midfield uncertainties with a high-scoring offense.
- Spain relies heavily on super-sub Mikel Merino, whose late-game goals have been decisive in knockout rounds, despite the team's occasional struggles to maintain attacking momentum.
