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World Cup Semi-Finals Set

Updated 2026-07-12 04:55 UTC 2 sources Neutral

Argentina secured a place in the World Cup semi-finals with an extra-time victory over Switzerland. England also advanced, making it the first time the top four ranked teams have reached this stage.

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BBC News

Top four ranked teams make semi-finals for first time

For the first time since there have been Fifa rankings the top four ranked teams have made the semi-final of the World Cup.

2026-07-12 04:26 UTC

BBC Sport

Argentina set up England semi-final with extra-time victory over Switzerland

Argentina set up a World Cup semi-final with England after scoring twice in extra-time to beat 10-man Switzerland 3-1 in Kansas City.

2026-07-12 04:35 UTC