FIFA World Cup 2026 :Canada/Mexico/United States: Discussion Thread

[Adbitco]

in these matches there is never a team that absolutely dominates all the matches apart from France, there is no other team that manages to win all the matches, in fact they are the favorites for the final victory and i believe that Argentina is not the team that can actually win a possible final.

Lol, you think so when it comes to Argentina and FIFA, yes by far France has been the best team so far in this competition, no one can take that away from them but one bad game can end everything for them. If they win their next 2 matches they will be crowned champions of the world but at the same time these 2 games are tricky ones because it going to be the semifinals and the finals. For Argentina, I won't be surprised if they get to the final as well, they are a good side no doubt but when it starts choking them, FIFA steps in to save the day for them, at least it was evident in that Egypt match. So technically if Argentina reaches the final and there opponent isn't clinical enough to finish them off that no help can come from FIFA, then of course they will win it again.

[len01]

England play fast-paced football and Argentina play controlled football.

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However, I think Argentina may change their strategy in the match with England.

I'm not sure whether Argentina will actually change their strategy, considering that it was one of the right tactics to beat England by dominating possession and putting pressure on the England players mentally. So there's a good chance Argentina will stick with the same strategy, and this match could end in a draw as well and be decided by a penalty shootout.

BTW, I'm hoping England come out on top if it goes to penalties.

[*Ace*]

It's always a big question mark when it comes to Argentina matches, as there are almost always some strange decisions, but it was clear that Switzerland were the better team in this match before the red card. Congratulations to Argentina, perhaps they'll win the World Cup again if these strange incidents continue to occur in their matches.

If we are going to have a reply of the last World Cup, Argentina's chances to win are extremely small in my opinion. France are way superior this time. The biggest downside for Argentina is that they never replaced a played like Di Maria: they tried with Almada, with Paez, with Lo Celso, none of them was really able to stand out. So they still rely on a 39-year-old Messi.

On the other hand, France have Mbappé, Olise, Dembelé, Barcola, Doué... The amount of high-skilled players they have is insane.

Switzerland played better and I think deserved to reach the semi finals ahead of Argentina but unluckily  for them, Argentina got the winning goals in the extra time. I've been reading different opinions about Argentina's chances of winning this year's and I'm thinking if I'm the only one that doesn't think they'll be able to get past England in the semi finals? I honestly don't think they'll best the Three Lions of England. And if for any reason they beat England and reach the final, Kylian Mbappe and his teammates will want to take a revenge of that 2022 final.

I think Argentina have the squad to reach the final again this time, but England also have a strong side, so it’ll be a very interesting semi-final to watch.
I’d like to see England in the final, but they often falter when the matches get tough.
They were also very lucky against Norway

[Out of mind]

It's always a big question mark when it comes to Argentina matches, as there are almost always some strange decisions, but it was clear that Switzerland were the better team in this match before the red card. Congratulations to Argentina, perhaps they'll win the World Cup again if these strange incidents continue to occur in their matches.

If we are going to have a reply of the last World Cup, Argentina's chances to win are extremely small in my opinion. France are way superior this time. The biggest downside for Argentina is that they never replaced a played like Di Maria: they tried with Almada, with Paez, with Lo Celso, none of them was really able to stand out. So they still rely on a 39-year-old Messi.

On the other hand, France have Mbappé, Olise, Dembelé, Barcola, Doué... The amount of high-skilled players they have is insane.

Switzerland played better and I think deserved to reach the semi finals ahead of Argentina but unluckily  for them, Argentina got the winning goals in the extra time. I've been reading different opinions about Argentina's chances of winning this year's and I'm thinking if I'm the only one that doesn't think they'll be able to get past England in the semi finals? I honestly don't think they'll best the Three Lions of England. And if for any reason they beat England and reach the final, Kylian Mbappe and his teammates will want to take a revenge of that 2022 final.

Yes, Switzerland was in a very good form against Argentina, the way Argentina played at the beginning was an unexpected win. But after the red card of a player in Switzerland, their strength decreased a bit, but they still held on to the game until then, but after the draw, they conceded a goal in extra time and were eliminated.
However, it is true that looking at the performance of the Argentina team, it seems that it will be very difficult for them to win against England in the next match, and I think Argentina may be eliminated in this World Cup against England. And if somehow the Argentina team is sure to go to the semi-finals for the final match, then Mbappe's team will definitely take revenge to defeat them. Just like how France shone in 2022, they will shine twice as much in this World Cup because France has enough good players and stars, they should not let their team lose.

[changaa]

Yes Norway actually outdid themselves in this World Cup and Erling Braut Haaland has shown what he can do even at the World stage, incredible performance by the Vikings from Norway they really rowed their way through the World Cup until they reached the shores of the English.

See the Norwegian goal that was disallowed, for a push by Haaland which is quite minute and it?s not causing an uproar if it were Argentina and Messi some stupid fans will be screaming rigged online and everywhere.

I would have expected a little more from Norway, certainly one of the best revelations of the year, of this tournament, i don't understand why they didn't manage to get to the semi-finals. certainly against Argentina it won't be as easy as against Norway and i fear for them that they will have to try more.

[jaberwock]

It's always a big question mark when it comes to Argentina matches, as there are almost always some strange decisions, but it was clear that Switzerland were the better team in this match before the red card. Congratulations to Argentina, perhaps they'll win the World Cup again if these strange incidents continue to occur in their matches.

If we are going to have a reply of the last World Cup, Argentina's chances to win are extremely small in my opinion. France are way superior this time. The biggest downside for Argentina is that they never replaced a played like Di Maria: they tried with Almada, with Paez, with Lo Celso, none of them was really able to stand out. So they still rely on a 39-year-old Messi.

On the other hand, France have Mbappé, Olise, Dembelé, Barcola, Doué... The amount of high-skilled players they have is insane.

People are still talking about the France vs. Argentina final while they are missing out on England, which is currently better than Argentina, and they are going to entertain them in the semifinal. Argentina is having all three games in extra time, and England is playing much better and giving good results.

Due to many controversies and having off-the-field issues, I am not sure what is happening, but I am expecting Argentina to have no chance of having a spot in the final for me. England vs. France is going to be the best final of this FIFA World Cup. England has enough players who are contributing, and their attack is also one of the best in this World Cup, while Argentina does not have the same level of quality and consistency that is needed to have a spot in the final of the event.

[Just Say]

These four teams deserve to be in the semifinals, having demonstrated throughout their journeys the mentality to bounce back under pressure. Whoever makes it to the final, I won't be disappointed. It could be:
France vs. England
France vs. Argentina
Spain vs. England
Spain vs. Argentina
Which one do you think?

In my opinion, Spain and Argentina will advance to the final. I’d really love to see Yamal face off against Messi because it would be a huge stage for Yamal, he’d get to see his idol and a living legend in person. Although many people are predicting that France will face Argentina in the final, personally, to be honest, my biggest hope is to see Yamal share the field with Messi, even if they have to play against each other.

France should not be underestimated as we can see that they are still undefeated in the 2026 FIFA World Cup and are able to dominate against every team. So it can be assumed that the upcoming semi-final match between France vs Spain will be very competitive and I think the last time runner-up team has a higher chance of winning this match while it seems that both teams will face tough obstacles in the match between Argentina and England. Argentina's defense is relatively weak in this World Cup so we think that Argentina's chances of winning against England in that semi-final match will be very low because every player of England team has been in great form in this World Cup.

[Iamgoat]

Switzerland played better and I think deserved to reach the semi finals ahead of Argentina but unluckily  for them, Argentina got the winning goals in the extra time. I've been reading different opinions about Argentina's chances of winning this year's and I'm thinking if I'm the only one that doesn't think they'll be able to get past England in the semi finals? I honestly don't think they'll best the Three Lions of England. And if for any reason they beat England and reach the final, Kylian Mbappe and his teammates will want to take a revenge of that 2022 final.

I would not be shocked or surprised if they find their way against England though it will not be an easy way for them but Argentina is unbelievably paving their way to make another history and if they eventually take the world cup this time around, I think it will be a big baggage for Messi and his supporters. I also have the believe France will qualify to the finals as I see them as a ruthless squad as compared to the Spanish team and a better contender to the Argentine team. But football is not a game of emotions but a game of strength and the stronger and smarter team will mostly take their lead unless if the other team is unlucky.

[Showlove01]

It's always a big question mark when it comes to Argentina matches, as there are almost always some strange decisions, but it was clear that Switzerland were the better team in this match before the red card. Congratulations to Argentina, perhaps they'll win the World Cup again if these strange incidents continue to occur in their matches.

If we are going to have a reply of the last World Cup, Argentina's chances to win are extremely small in my opinion. France are way superior this time. The biggest downside for Argentina is that they never replaced a played like Di Maria: they tried with Almada, with Paez, with Lo Celso, none of them was really able to stand out. So they still rely on a 39-year-old Messi.

On the other hand, France have Mbappé, Olise, Dembelé, Barcola, Doué... The amount of high-skilled players they have is insane.

Switzerland played better and I think deserved to reach the semi finals ahead of Argentina but unluckily  for them, Argentina got the winning goals in the extra time. I've been reading different opinions about Argentina's chances of winning this year's and I'm thinking if I'm the only one that doesn't think they'll be able to get past England in the semi finals? I honestly don't think they'll best the Three Lions of England. And if for any reason they beat England and reach the final, Kylian Mbappe and his teammates will want to take a revenge of that 2022 final.

I think Argentina have the squad to reach the final again this time, but England also have a strong side, so it’ll be a very interesting semi-final to watch.
I’d like to see England in the final, but they often falter when the matches get tough.
They were also very lucky against Norway

The way Switzerland was playing against Argentina today was really crazy, even when Argentina was winning 1 null I had this feeling and sense that Switzerland will equalized the game and may even likely win Argentina because of how their pattern of game was and they equalized the game around late 60 minutes to 70 minutes and I think if not for the Red card Argentina would not have been able to win because the morale of Switzerland was low after the 90 minute of the game and I would like to watch defending champions in the finals if possible.

[WatChe]

People are still talking about the France vs. Argentina final while they are missing out on England, which is currently better than Argentina, and they are going to entertain them in the semifinal. Argentina is having all three games in extra time, and England is playing much better and giving good results.

Due to many controversies and having off-the-field issues, I am not sure what is happening, but I am expecting Argentina to have no chance of having a spot in the final for me. England vs. France is going to be the best final of this FIFA World Cup. England has enough players who are contributing, and their attack is also one of the best in this World Cup, while Argentina does not have the same level of quality and consistency that is needed to have a spot in the final of the event.

England has won FIFA world cup only once and that too back in 1966, since then its a dry period for England and they will be looking to remove this dryness. Rest of all three teams have won a world cup in last 16 years. There are different speculations about which two teams will play the final and they will remain speculations only. In FIFA world cup only top teams manage to qualify for the semi-finals. This is why its difficult to predict the winner in advance with certainty. My guess is that France has more chances of lifting the world cup and its just my personal oponion.

[rbynxx]

Sorloth was officially becoming England's 12th player at that moment. If he's not following his ego try to scored by himself, i don't think England could win it. His ego already destroyed Norway's chance to go to the semis. He deserved all of the blames.
I've visited his instagram and there are almost 1 millions comment about his fault. That guy basically a new enemy for his country. Even mine who was not Norwegian was getting pissed off.

I think he should never be called to participate in the world cup again. They must call someone else to become his replacement.

I don't really blame Sorloth for that chance, honestly all the blame should be built on the whole Norway project, if they had just played better, they wouldn't have relied on that single chance that was missed. What is a striker without his ego? If that ball had dipped in I believe that the conversations would have been different. Although a bad decision from him but no one should put all the entire blame on him.

Look what it did to Haaland's morale, that face says it all, and after that their score got nailed. If he did pass that ball, it would have changed everything. He should take that blame as long as he's breathing I guess, he knows that too well. Yeah, he got that ego but a chance is a chance and he should have let his instinct comes first if he really tries to win the tournament. That was really a selfish act, nothing more.

[Fakhrulenclix]

Yes Norway actually outdid themselves in this World Cup and Erling Braut Haaland has shown what he can do even at the World stage, incredible performance by the Vikings from Norway they really rowed their way through the World Cup until they reached the shores of the English.

See the Norwegian goal that was disallowed, for a push by Haaland which is quite minute and it?s not causing an uproar if it were Argentina and Messi some stupid fans will be screaming rigged online and everywhere.

I would have expected a little more from Norway, certainly one of the best revelations of the year, of this tournament, i don't understand why they didn't manage to get to the semi-finals. certainly against Argentina it won't be as easy as against Norway and i fear for them that they will have to try more.

Norway has shown a very good performance, but in the quarterfinal match against England, they were unlucky and failed to advance. Although that is understandable, I am a little disappointed with what happened because I think Norway should have won the match, but many incidents were uncontrollable, especially when one of Norway's players was sent off for a red card, making things difficult for Norway.
Nevertheless, Norway in this year's World Cup deserves appreciation; they have shown quite a good performance.

[dezoel]

Really sad for Switzerland. They started to play after Argentina scored the first goal and managed to shock them with the equaliser. Then came Embolo's stupid second yellow card. What can you say about that? You already have a booking, and then you do something so stupid by trying to win a foul through simulation. I just don't understand why. It was almost in the middle of the pitch. Really stupid.

Last night both games were played at the same tempo. All four teams also had good quality and performance. At the end, Norway and Switzerland both lost their games and faced exit, but their performance was really impressive, especially Norway, which was much better, but sadly they failed to convert their chances.

Switzerland is also doing well with their game things were clearly looking like this could be the toughest game for Argentina in knockout rounds, but the red card works and gives them a setback. This was a turning point from where things went against them, and Switzerland faced an exit.

[Shineup]

It's always a big question mark when it comes to Argentina matches, as there are almost always some strange decisions, but it was clear that Switzerland were the better team in this match before the red card. Congratulations to Argentina, perhaps they'll win the World Cup again if these strange incidents continue to occur in their matches.

If we are going to have a reply of the last World Cup, Argentina's chances to win are extremely small in my opinion. France are way superior this time. The biggest downside for Argentina is that they never replaced a played like Di Maria: they tried with Almada, with Paez, with Lo Celso, none of them was really able to stand out. So they still rely on a 39-year-old Messi.

On the other hand, France have Mbappé, Olise, Dembelé, Barcola, Doué... The amount of high-skilled players they have is insane.

Switzerland played better and I think deserved to reach the semi finals ahead of Argentina but unluckily  for them, Argentina got the winning goals in the extra time. I've been reading different opinions about Argentina's chances of winning this year's and I'm thinking if I'm the only one that doesn't think they'll be able to get past England in the semi finals? I honestly don't think they'll best the Three Lions of England. And if for any reason they beat England and reach the final, Kylian Mbappe and his teammates will want to take a revenge of that 2022 final.

How do they deserve the winning and still lost it, make it make sense to me please, they played very well like Argentina but Argentina played better than them that's the reason they won the game, or was there robbery in the game, in football playing good football is not good enough until there's a winning attach to it, because even if you play heaven and earth on the pitch but still lost it, you actually played nothing, because winning is the only thing that matters and that was Argentina aim and they got it, they didn't go there to play for fun, they went for the winning and they won.

[giorgione]

Congratulations to England, they deserve to win Norway in that match because they played more better football, Jude Bellingham did very well, his actually having the best World Cup performance of his career and that?s a good one for him, his a very good player and with this kind of performance from him I?m sure England has a bigger chance of winning the World Cup.
Again congratulations to Argentina even though there was another controversy of FIFA supporting and packing Argentina to win the match by the red card the referee gave to Switzerland player, I?m sure that if Argentina win the World Cup a lot of people will say it?s because FIFA decided to back them up and give it to them, but history will say Argentina lifted the 2026 World Cup and that?s it, history will never say FIFA helped Argentina to lift the cup.

It wasn't easy to win against Norway who this year has proven to be one of the best teams in the world, thanks also to all the players they have, i believe they would have deserved to reach the semi-final at least, but England believed in it more and moved forward, now Argentina will happen to them.

[icebar]

Argentina use that advantage to win because assuming the red card was not issued, it will be very difficult for Argentina, Argentina as maintain their consistency honestly with their current performance are usually imagine them to be at the World Cup final, despite the opponent, I've not give up in them because of what they can do and what they've been doing to get to this level.

On the other hand England is also a very good team with a very good players, a well-known players who are also capable of destroying Argentina, but the kind of teamwork that is in Argentina in quite impressive that is why I have strong confidence in their victory. The match is not going to be easy for both teams but let's see who win that day.

Both Switzerland and Argentina performed well in the last match. If Switzerland's main forward had not received a red card in the last match, the match would have seen a strong fight until the end. I think Argentina should perform better now. Argentina has always played well, there is no doubt about that. But when the semi-final match is England vs Argentina, Argentina may have to be eliminated from the World Cup due to a small mistake. Because England has reached the semi-finals by fighting against the relatively strong teams of this World Cup. England's opponent teams were experienced and skilled. On the other hand, Argentina got the opportunity to play against some relatively weak teams due to being at the top of the group stage. Which is certainly a result of their good play from the beginning. But still, if Argentina thinks of going to extra time or penalty shoot-out at this time in the semi-finals, the match will become very difficult. Because currently England and Argentina are at the peak of their maximum strength.

[Hispo]

I have seen Argentinians getting very cocky on Twitter/X. It makes me wonder whether they will actually be able to pull all this off and take the world cup again home...

I have some family in argentina, and it seems all the nation is looking forward to what could happen...
I remember that during the last world cup, when Argentina actually managed to become champions of the world, the world country almost paralyzed because of the amount of people who got to celebrate the night before, a lot of people had to work with a very serious hangover.

As the expectation for argentina continues to accumulate, there are also a lot of people who are rooting for them to lose...

[FBCTorg]

Swiss were better in this game and were attacking all the time and i think they deserved to win it. That second yellow card for me is crazy and i dont understand how var can looking into yellow card because its against the rules. Fifa keeps on pushing Argentina to the final or maybe to win. Its really wierd that the refs are always on the Argentina side. Too bad for Switzerland they had an amazing chance to reach their first ever semifinal

It's always a big question mark when it comes to Argentina matches, as there are almost always some strange decisions, but it was clear that Switzerland were the better team in this match before the red card. Congratulations to Argentina, perhaps they'll win the World Cup again if these strange incidents continue to occur in their matches.

Argentina is the defending champion, and they are having good performance, but still the media is creating some strange things about them or trying to relate them to a few things that are pointing out this World Cup is all set to give them easily. It's surely not happening they are playing well.

Their dependence on Messi is surely a big problem, still they have a good team with a few good players who are old enough, but giving good performance in the semifinals is going to be one of the most exciting and challenging games for them because they are going to face England, who is also at his best.
Hopefully this match will be ended without any extra activity that is surrounding them.

[skarais]

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Both Switzerland and Argentina performed well in the last match. If Switzerland's main forward had not received a red card in the last match, the match would have seen a strong fight until the end. I think Argentina should perform better now. Argentina has always played well, there is no doubt about that. But when the semi-final match is England vs Argentina, Argentina may have to be eliminated from the World Cup due to a small mistake. Because England has reached the semi-finals by fighting against the relatively strong teams of this World Cup. England's opponent teams were experienced and skilled. On the other hand, Argentina got the opportunity to play against some relatively weak teams due to being at the top of the group stage. Which is certainly a result of their good play from the beginning. But still, if Argentina thinks of going to extra time or penalty shoot-out at this time in the semi-finals, the match will become very difficult. Because currently England and Argentina are at the peak of their maximum strength.

I don't think the teams that played Argentina in the knockout stages were weak, that's not true. Cape Verde is a team that is quite difficult to beat, even Argentina needed extra time to beat Cape Verde in this World Cup. Egypt and Switzerland are also hard to beat, so I don't agree that big names are always synonymous with better team play. Cape Verde, Egypt and Switzerland are pretty tough teams for Argentina, but on paper England certainly have a pretty good squad depth compared to the 3 teams above.

Argentina's main problem in the semifinals was not England, but the physical condition of the players, who were depleted in 3 matches in a row. England certainly have the advantage of maybe better physical condition than Argentina, but I don't think England will be easy against Argentina and they go to the final. England can carve out a new history at the World Cup, but I don't think that will happen at this World Cup.

[Unsoldier]

It's always a big question mark when it comes to Argentina matches, as there are almost always some strange decisions, but it was clear that Switzerland were the better team in this match before the red card. Congratulations to Argentina, perhaps they'll win the World Cup again if these strange incidents continue to occur in their matches.

If we are going to have a reply of the last World Cup, Argentina's chances to win are extremely small in my opinion. France are way superior this time. The biggest downside for Argentina is that they never replaced a played like Di Maria: they tried with Almada, with Paez, with Lo Celso, none of them was really able to stand out. So they still rely on a 39-year-old Messi.

On the other hand, France have Mbappé, Olise, Dembelé, Barcola, Doué... The amount of high-skilled players they have is insane.

Switzerland played better and I think deserved to reach the semi finals ahead of Argentina but unluckily  for them, Argentina got the winning goals in the extra time. I've been reading different opinions about Argentina's chances of winning this year's and I'm thinking if I'm the only one that doesn't think they'll be able to get past England in the semi finals? I honestly don't think they'll best the Three Lions of England. And if for any reason they beat England and reach the final, Kylian Mbappe and his teammates will want to take a revenge of that 2022 final.

For the French side to get their revenge against Argentina for the 2022 World Cup final, they must first defeat the Spanish national team. And Spain, let's not forget, are the reigning European champions, and their form hasn't dropped at all compared to their performance at the Euros. So, saying that France will reach the final is far too premature. As for whether Argentina can get past England, that is well within their capabilities. Messi and his team have shown their character time and again in knockout matches, pulling through the toughest of situations. England will be a massive test for them, but that doesn't mean Argentina won't be able to show their grit against them as well.