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US to Host 2026 Semifinal; France Unbeaten, Spain Beats Belgium

7/14/2026

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Summary

Story summary

United States will host semifinal on July 14, 2026, at Dallas Stadium.
France enters unbeaten with a 14-2 aggregate and no goals conceded.
Spain reached semifinal by beating Belgium 2-1 after a 5-4 Nations League win over France, with Yamal scoring and never losing to Mbappé in five matches.
Mbappé, having eight tournament goals, 20 World Cup goals and 12 knockout goals, could tie Messi’s 21 goals with a win.

History

Historical Context

After the United States hosted the 1994 FIFA World Cup from June 17 to July 17, the nation began qualifying for every tournament from 1990 through 2014, building a record of twelve World Cup appearances. That legacy underpins the upcoming 2026 semifinal in Dallas, where the U.S. will again serve as host, echoing the 1994 catalyst for growth.

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Story summary

United States will host semifinal on July 14, 2026, at Dallas Stadium.
France enters unbeaten with a 14-2 aggregate and no goals conceded.
Spain reached semifinal by beating Belgium 2-1 after a 5-4 Nations League win over France, with Yamal scoring and never losing to Mbappé in five matches.
Mbappé, having eight tournament goals, 20 World Cup goals and 12 knockout goals, could tie Messi’s 21 goals with a win.

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