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

[Awaklara]

The match against Egypt is a good example of that because even after being two goals down, they created a breakthrough in the last few minutes of the match and won.

Didn't you see the drama in that match? We know Argentina is really strong and one of the top candidates for the final. They won it in the previous World Cup. Now they could win it again, the chances are still open. But those chances also belong to England. And honestly, I didn’t imagine England making it to the semi-finals. They fought hard, and I don’t think they would make it too easy for Argentina.

[$weetne$$]

The day of the semifinals is finally here, and we’re sure to witness a very competitive match between France and Spain. To be honest, I can’t predict what either team will do. Both teams seem like they don’t lose easily. I can say that France has scored more goals in their recent matches, but we’ve also seen them concede goals. The last time these two teams faced off was last year, and that match ended with a 5-4 victory for Spain.

France and Spain is one very tough fixture we are going to witness in this semifinals,  it is very interesting to see that both teams has got a really solid team, and their depth are very good,  they have young, talented and vibrant players who are willing to get the results,  because for them it is going to be remarkable for their careers and both teams are known to be experienced in the world cup.  I will not be making a prediction but to wait and watch the game unfold.

[Synchronice]

If France qualify for the final, they will reach the final for the third time in a row because as far as I know they played in the final in 2018 and 2022. Today will be the 1st semi-final match and the match will be between Spain and France. We know that both teams are strong so we can expect this match to be exciting and competitive. France is the favorite in this match and many have put France ahead. But Lamine Yamal is my favorite player so I want Spain to win this match and qualify for the final. However, I am looking forward to watching this exciting match but it became difficult for me to watch the game at 1 am. Let's see which team can win this match.

Honestly, I think that the winner of the current match (France VS Spain), will be the winner of the World Cup. These two are the strongest teams right now. I would say that both have equal chances and honestly, for me, it will be interesting to see Spain in the final because I already saw France in final two times in a row.
Honestly, I also don't think that England and Argentina can beat these teams but the match between these two teams is very interesting too. Argentina fights well in last minutes but makes mistakes during the first 80 minutes. I still have a focus on Argentina because it's my favorite team but if they don't change the strategy, I'm afraid that they'll lose against England but they also don't have time to change the strategy and they weren't willing to do it before too.

[Qhunman]

The semi finals will produce one winner and the winner is still unknown because the two countries involved in the game have quality players in their team and they can go on to win the world cup if they get the opportunity. The odd is in favour of France but odd will not perform for France they need their performance to be good and they also need to score goals to be able to defeat Spain who has defeated top teams in the competition. France has Mbappe as their hitman beside him you also see Dembele and Spain has young Yamal who has not been lucky to score goals but has made good contributions to the team, if he gets the chance he can score or position the ball for another player to do the finishing.

This match would be tougher than England and Argentina match. The outcome of this match will determine which team would win the final. The both teams are strong but France seems to have more quality players than Spain but Spain can still win France unless they lose guard. If France doesn't perform well against spain, I believe Spain will defeat them so it is a game of performance and only the best team would win. I don't want this match to end in penalty shootout because I dislike penalty shootout. If Spain can secure a good chance to strike they won't hesitate to take it.. France should be careful with their defence so it doesn't leave an opening for spain to score them.

[Charcol]

I am not a fan of the English National team, but because of the favourable treatment given to Argentina, and how they are doing everything possible for them to win this world cup, I want England to win a put Fifa and it corrupt officials to shame.
It's very easy to push blame on someone when things went bad, that's why when solorth failed to pass the ball to haaland when it was one nil, and a glorious chance ahead, I just say within me that he will be used as the escape goat if they failed to win this game, and I was not wrong about it, because everyone related to Norway are now putting all the blame on him.

I am not even a fan of the English national team but the work they are doing is really excellent, these players deserve the final, and against Argentina they can do it i don't see them as a very formidable team, that's for sure, now they have to play to win without being afraid to reach the final.

England are not favourites against Argentina, England are a strong team. But a team's victory does not depend solely on their strength. Argentina are very much ahead of the game tactically and psychologically because looking at the results of almost every match in the knockout stage, I think the team is very lucky and the players are psychologically much better than any other team. The match against Egypt is a good example of that because even after being two goals down, they created a breakthrough in the last few minutes of the match and won.

Argentina was not lucky to win against Egypt, they won dramatically. FIFA deliberately forced Egypt to lose. If you mention the Egypt vs Argentina match while praising Argentina, then how Argentina stole will come to the fore. We all saw how badly Argentina played, but they won with FIFA's support. That match proved how bad a team Argentina is. After watching that match, many Argentina fans lost the opportunity to speak.

[sergiorus]

If France qualify for the final, they will reach the final for the third time in a row because as far as I know they played in the final in 2018 and 2022. Today will be the 1st semi-final match and the match will be between Spain and France. We know that both teams are strong so we can expect this match to be exciting and competitive. France is the favorite in this match and many have put France ahead. But Lamine Yamal is my favorite player so I want Spain to win this match and qualify for the final. However, I am looking forward to watching this exciting match but it became difficult for me to watch the game at 1 am. Let's see which team can win this match.

Honestly, I think that the winner of the current match (France VS Spain), will be the winner of the World Cup. These two are the strongest teams right now. I would say that both have equal chances and honestly, for me, it will be interesting to see Spain in the final because I already saw France in final two times in a row.
Honestly, I also don't think that England and Argentina can beat these teams but the match between these two teams is very interesting too. Argentina fights well in last minutes but makes mistakes during the first 80 minutes. I still have a focus on Argentina because it's my favorite team but if they don't change the strategy, I'm afraid that they'll lose against England but they also don't have time to change the strategy and they weren't willing to do it before too.

I think England can surprise everyone.

The had such a long streak of bad luck, the whole generations of legendary players didn't win anything with England just by some bizarre combination of bad luck poor management. Maybe it's about time they break it. Especially since the squad is just as strong as it gets too.

[Joeboy]

If France qualify for the final, they will reach the final for the third time in a row because as far as I know they played in the final in 2018 and 2022. Today will be the 1st semi-final match and the match will be between Spain and France. We know that both teams are strong so we can expect this match to be exciting and competitive. France is the favorite in this match and many have put France ahead. But Lamine Yamal is my favorite player so I want Spain to win this match and qualify for the final. However, I am looking forward to watching this exciting match but it became difficult for me to watch the game at 1 am. Let's see which team can win this match.

Both teams are strong as you said, and anything can happen in this match because they both have equal chance reaching the final. France has strongest attack than every other teams in this world cup because they are goog in finding net, especially Kylian Mbappe and that's what helped France get this far. Although their defensive isn't that strong which I believe Lamine Yamal will take the advantage of that. Many people consider France as the favorite to win today and I also believe they are in better position but I prefer Spain to qualify because of Lamine Yamal.

Surely France attack is bomb, but really I can't say the same for their defense... Spain on the other hand has good midfield as well as good forward as well as defense, could you remember that Spain was the only team to go unbeaten in 5 consecutive match, they also kept a clean sheet, whereby they didn't even conceed a goal, isn't that mind blowing? So really I think Spain will be a better performance in today's match against france... After seeing what France can do, I really hate underestimating France though, coz those guys are full of Magic.. Dembele can just come out of nowhere and deliver an hatrick or a brace from Kylian Mbappe

[Sarah Azhari]

England... The last and only trophy was achieved by them in 1966, the World Cup. What a wonderful pool of players they've had but all those years are wasted on the goal of championships.

Will it be their time finally this year? Let's say they eliminated Argentina by making use of having better players. Will they be able to beat France / Spain also? I highly doubt that.

I think Tuchel did really wrong by not calling some good players with great technique like Palmer.  

Yes, England has never lacked great players, but for some reason, England has always failed to reach the final since winning the World Cup in 1966. I doubt England can beat Argentina in the semifinals because, as you said, Tuchel didn’t bring along some of the top players who could match the Argentine players’ superb technique. But who knows, maybe there’ll be a surprise. It’s possible England could make it to the final for the first time since 1966.

[Iamgoat]

Tonight will determine the the team that qualifies for the 2026 FIFA world Cup final. However, I think it's obvious that France are the favorites tonight. But since football is unpredictable, I think the game will definitely be a very tough one for both teams because they are still going for the trophy, and anything is possible in this game.

Anyway, there's no need to worry about it too much because one of them must give away at the end of the day.

The way the days are moving very fast these days is just surprising me. I do not remember today is Tuesday and the day for the semifinals already. I was just busy watching Ronaldinho's moments as a football and how the world has almost forgotten the history made by some of these legends. Ronaldinho made a solid contribution to the world of football especially in the aspect of stylish football and dribbling and also handed over to Messi the confidence and greatness we see today but never got to make same history has Messi has made today. Sometimes it is good for us to reminisce football in the last 2 to 3 decades and see some of the greatest names mentioned then and how the world has moved on to the current names we hear today as well as why it is also important for everyone to take their mental health care and physical health care with utmost priorities just as they do take their career as important too and this has nothing to do with football only but in general terms.

[danadc]

The day of the semifinals is finally here, and we’re sure to witness a very competitive match between France and Spain. To be honest, I can’t predict what either team will do. Both teams seem like they don’t lose easily. I can say that France has scored more goals in their recent matches, but we’ve also seen them concede goals. The last time these two teams faced off was last year, and that match ended with a 5-4 victory for Spain.

Statistics can be cruel sometimes. It's important to consider that the players back then were very different from those we have now, and while statistics are a good guide before making a prediction, I've seen many bettors focus on the individual quality of the players and their comparisons. Some are comparing them to Barcelona, ​​others to Real Madrid. Some are viewing this match at that level, which is interesting, because if that's the case, I'll bet on France.

[jakdanyel]

England's job won't be easy against Argentina. Because they are going to play against a nation that has quite much lobby in the World Cup!    Messi will be favoured with no doubt...

Even though I'm expecting Argentina to move on I would love to be surprised. Bellingham is in great shape. Kane is a great weapon. Come on England and Tuchel! Do something and push for the World Cup this time!

[SFR10]

The first finalist will be determined today. Spain conceded their first goal of the tournament in their last match against Belgium.
France, a high-scoring team that has played very well throughout the tournament, is the slight favorite, but I believe a penalty shootout will decide which team advances.

It appears that most prediction websites also agree with you that the winner will be determined after extra time or penalties, but I'm leaning more towards France winning it in normal time.
^{- FWIW, I still think it's going to be a closely contested match that the team with the better attacking force will win, so I'm going with France (probably under 2.5).}

[Varnquister]

The day of the semifinals is finally here, and we’re sure to witness a very competitive match between France and Spain. To be honest, I can’t predict what either team will do. Both teams seem like they don’t lose easily. I can say that France has scored more goals in their recent matches, but we’ve also seen them concede goals. The last time these two teams faced off was last year, and that match ended with a 5-4 victory for Spain.

Yeah, we’ve really been looking forward to today’s match. But I think everyone is having a hard time predicting which team will win or which team is the clear favorite. Still, maybe more people do think France is slightly stronger than Spain. But, well, we won’t know for sure until these two teams actually face off and we see who wins. Although I’m actually hoping Spain makes it to the final, I fully realize that France is the toughest team to beat. They also made it to the final in the previous World Cup, and it’s possible the same will happen this time around.

In my opinion, France has a slight edge, and in terms of its players, I think they’re stronger on offense. They really have players in top form, and we already know what they’re capable of. The same goes for Spain, but France’s offensive players seem to me like the ones who will make the difference. That’s why I expect France to eliminate its opponent and advance to the final.

[abaeze]

I am not a fan of the English National team, but because of the favourable treatment given to Argentina, and how they are doing everything possible for them to win this world cup, I want England to win a put Fifa and it corrupt officials to shame.
It's very easy to push blame on someone when things went bad, that's why when solorth failed to pass the ball to haaland when it was one nil, and a glorious chance ahead, I just say within me that he will be used as the escape goat if they failed to win this game, and I was not wrong about it, because everyone related to Norway are now putting all the blame on him.

I am not even a fan of the English national team but the work they are doing is really excellent, these players deserve the final, and against Argentina they can do it i don't see them as a very formidable team, that's for sure, now they have to play to win without being afraid to reach the final.

England are not favourites against Argentina, England are a strong team. But a team's victory does not depend solely on their strength. Argentina are very much ahead of the game tactically and psychologically because looking at the results of almost every match in the knockout stage, I think the team is very lucky and the players are psychologically much better than any other team. The match against Egypt is a good example of that because even after being two goals down, they created a breakthrough in the last few minutes of the match and won.

Argentina was not lucky to win against Egypt, they won dramatically. FIFA deliberately forced Egypt to lose. If you mention the Egypt vs Argentina match while praising Argentina, then how Argentina stole will come to the fore. We all saw how badly Argentina played, but they won with FIFA's support. That match proved how bad a team Argentina is. After watching that match, many Argentina fans lost the opportunity to speak.

Everyone saw what happened in this match, there is no doubt about it, but how they could be so defensive in such an important match like the knockout, despite being two goals ahead, and against Argentina, who are the most powerful and successful attacking team in the world, it does not understand to me. To counter the attack, you need to counterattack, and playing defensively does not yield any results, which perhaps the Egyptian coach and teammates later understood. And Argentina's big comeback in such a short time was truly incredible and worth watching. So, along with the distribution in that match, Argentina's play or attack should also be praised.

[snipie]

I think England can surprise everyone.

The had such a long streak of bad luck, the whole generations of legendary players didn't win anything with England just by some bizarre combination of bad luck poor management. Maybe it's about time they break it. Especially since the squad is just as strong as it gets too.

I think England has a chance to win the game and try their luck in the final match. This is an opportunity for them this year because Argentina is not that powerful this time and France had hard moments in few games too. This if not Spain surprised France today obviously.
Interestingly, the odds of England to win are higher than Argentina, even though they are close. England odds are hovering around 2.7 to win vs 3 for Argentina.

[Varnquister]

The day of the semifinals is finally here, and we’re sure to witness a very competitive match between France and Spain. To be honest, I can’t predict what either team will do. Both teams seem like they don’t lose easily. I can say that France has scored more goals in their recent matches, but we’ve also seen them concede goals. The last time these two teams faced off was last year, and that match ended with a 5-4 victory for Spain.

Statistics can be cruel sometimes. It's important to consider that the players back then were very different from those we have now, and while statistics are a good guide before making a prediction, I've seen many bettors focus on the individual quality of the players and their comparisons. Some are comparing them to Barcelona, ​​others to Real Madrid. Some are viewing this match at that level, which is interesting, because if that's the case, I'll bet on France.

I agree; for that reason, when we look at individual talent, I also think France manages to edge out Spain by a hair. It’s clear that France has more talented players on its offensive line, and it seems like they’ll let Spain control the ball in this match. There’s a very high chance the match will go into extra time, but if France scores an early goal, they’ll want to score a second one right away to break their opponent’s resistance. It looks like a beautiful and highly competitive match awaits us; in my opinion, we could say this is an early final.

[juttsab@]

If France qualify for the final, they will reach the final for the third time in a row because as far as I know they played in the final in 2018 and 2022. Today will be the 1st semi-final match and the match will be between Spain and France. We know that both teams are strong so we can expect this match to be exciting and competitive. France is the favorite in this match and many have put France ahead. But Lamine Yamal is my favorite player so I want Spain to win this match and qualify for the final. However, I am looking forward to watching this exciting match but it became difficult for me to watch the game at 1 am. Let's see which team can win this match.

WC26 semifinal 1 France is going to face Spain the most dangerous teams in the WC right now they both have not lost a single game in this competition. Both teams faced at least 2 teams in the top 10 ranking but yet they're here. Exciting match to watch. And for me the one who is going to win this will lift the WC26 trophy. Both teams have skill players but if we compare players to players France has the upper hand but Spain got coordination and their chemistries is what they are good at. If i have to predict the winner i would go for France because somehow they have more experienced players than Spain.

[Razmirraz]

The match against Egypt is a good example of that because even after being two goals down, they created a breakthrough in the last few minutes of the match and won.

Didn't you see the drama in that match? We know Argentina is really strong and one of the top candidates for the final. They won it in the previous World Cup. Now they could win it again, the chances are still open. But those chances also belong to England. And honestly, I didn’t imagine England making it to the semi-finals. They fought hard, and I don’t think they would make it too easy for Argentina.

The Argentina vs England match will present a different atmosphere because both are wrapped in the spice of history and prestige. Every time these two teams face each other in a match, it always presents a tense atmosphere, starting from Maradona's action in 1986, Beckham's red card in 1998 to the penalty shootout, so it is very natural that the atmosphere is very different from other games.

Argentina still has the mentality of a world champion, especially since Messi is still very productive in scoring goals, the combination of other stars such as Alvarez, Lautaro, Mac Allister, Enzo makes England have to be more alert. England's performance at this World Cup has been quite surprising. Under Tuchel guidance, they have played more aggressively and have not panicked easily. England's current strength is enough to make things difficult for Argentina with their fast pressing and counter attacks.

In a big match like this, 1 mistake can result in a goal and 1 refereeing decision can become a 10-year controversy. A high-class match like this is not only about competing for a ticket to the final, but about team pride when facing a sworn enemy.

[suzanne5223]

Tonight will determine the the team that qualifies for the 2026 FIFA world Cup final. However, I think it's obvious that France are the favorites tonight. But since football is unpredictable, I think the game will definitely be a very tough one for both teams because they are still going for the trophy, and anything is possible in this game.

Anyway, there's no need to worry about it too much because one of them must give away at the end of the day.

We have a great game tonight which could have been a finale matchup at the same time... France outweigh Spain on paper here of course. But Mbappe's availability for starting lineup isn't known yet.

He picked up an injury and was subbed off as a precaution in the last game. I think he will be able to play though. Even without him they will still be one step ahead of Spain to me. France should be advancing. 

Yes, the French are also my favourite in the semi-final match between Spain and France, but I watched a random video on TikTok days ago where a young boy predicted all the 2026 World Cup game outcomes in a single video, and so far all his prediction happened.
The boy predicted Spain and Argentina to play in the final, while Argentina won the World Cup again.
About Mbappe is don't see him missing this match because I checked the France players who are injured with a chance of missing the match, and what I see is A. Tchouaméni and M. Thuram.

[Localhostspeed]

This match would be tougher than England and Argentina match. The outcome of this match will determine which team would win the final. The both teams are strong but France seems to have more quality players than Spain but Spain can still win France unless they lose guard. If France doesn't perform well against spain, I believe Spain will defeat them so it is a game of performance and only the best team would win. I don't want this match to end in penalty shootout because I dislike penalty shootout. If Spain can secure a good chance to strike they won't hesitate to take it.. France should be careful with their defence so it doesn't leave an opening for spain to score them.

Let's keep our hopes low, I don't think Spain will do much and even if they do, France will be at the extreme neutralize any plans they need. The person I have not seen perform very well in this league is Yamal and you know what, he is the talking parrot since this draw was made. At least if you want to troll other teams do it after the game and not before, this too much talk is not going to help the Spain win the league, France will dealt with them.

Argentina that we are thinking might not be tough may even be tougher. If Argentina manage to score the first goal and then another one, then England might stand no chance because if there is something I'm expecting from this Argentina is they are going to play false 9 with Messi but you see Alvarez and other forward will be the one to stand very firm in this match, let's see how it end in tears for England.