- Historic first: the top four pre-tournament teams—Argentina, Spain, France and England—have all reached the World Cup semifinals.
- France vs Spain is a classic offense-vs-defense matchup: Kylian Mbappé (with Michael Olise) leads France’s attack against Spain’s stingy side, anchored by midfielders Pedri and Rodri and just one goal conceded.
- Argentina vs England headlines Lionel Messi (tied with Mbappé for the Golden Boot) against England’s Harry Kane and Jude Bellingham—each with six goals—and England’s first World Cup semifinal since 2018.
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