- For the first time ever the World Cup semifinals feature FIFA’s top four teams — France, Argentina, Spain and England — promising classic matchups and big-name clashes.
- The stars are irresistible: 39-year-old Messi chasing back-to-back titles and tied with Mbappé for the Golden Boot, while England has Bellingham and Kane and Spain boasts teen phenom Lamine Yamal.
- Semifinal storylines sizzle — France vs. Spain is a Euro rematch, England vs. Argentina reignites a heated rivalry (Argentina lead 2-0 in WC knockouts), and England still chases its first title in 60 years.
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