World Cup: FIFA Top Rated Teams Dominate Semi – Final Features

LAGOS, NIGERIA —  The 2026 FIFA World Cup has produced its final four contenders, setting the stage for two high-stakes semi-final matches that will captivate football fans across Nigeria and beyond.

France secured the first semi-final spot with a convincing 2-0 victory over Morocco, as Kylian Mbappé and Ousmane Dembélé found the net to halt the Atlas Lions’ remarkable campaign. Spain joined them after edging Belgium 2-1 in a tense encounter decided by a late goal.

According to match reports, England required extra time to overcome Norway 2-1, with Jude Bellingham scoring both goals to propel the Three Lions into their first World Cup semi-final since 2018. Defending champions Argentina completed the line-up, defeating Switzerland 3-1 in extra time. Alexis Mac Allister opened the scoring, while Julián Álvarez and Lautaro Martínez added to the tally.

Lionel Messi further etched his name in World Cup lore with his 10th career assist in the tournament, the highest by any player.

The semi-final fixtures are confirmed as France against Spain on Tuesday, July 14, and England facing Argentina on Wednesday, July 15.

NaijaChoice News understands that excitement is already building among Nigerian supporters, many of whom have followed these European and South American powerhouses throughout the competition, especially after Morocco’s strong showing earlier in the tournament.

These clashes promise thrilling football as the world waits to see which two nations will advance to the grand final.