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In the US Open 2026 men’s semifinals, Ben Shelton is forecast to defeat Frances Tiafoe, and Alexander Zverev is favored to beat Karen Khachanov in four sets, guaranteeing an American finalist (Shelton) who would then face Zverev in the final.
Sabalenka beat Jessica Pegula 7-5, 6-2 in the US Open semifinals to move within one win of a third straight title, extending her dominance at Flushing Meadows and setting up a final against Elena Rybakina; a victory would make her only the third woman to win three consecutive US Open titles, after Chris Evert and Serena Williams.
The United States women’s basketball team routed Hungary 108-56 in Berlin to advance to the FIBA World Cup semifinals.
Alexander Zverev beat Botic van de Zandschulp in straight sets to reach the US Open semifinals for the first time since 2021, setting up a meet with Karen Khachanov. The performance caps a career-best season, as he also held all four Grand Slam semifinals in a single year after earlier titles at Roland Garros and a Wimbledon final.
Coco Gauff battled back from a rough start, saving match points in a tiebreak to defeat Mirra Andreeva in three sets and reach the US Open semifinals, where she’ll face Elena Rybakina, who clinched the No. 1 ranking with a win over Zheng Qinwen.
Coco Gauff overcame a rough start to outlast Mirra Andreeva in a dramatic US Open quarterfinal, saving two match points in the second-set tiebreak and closing with a 2-6, 7-6(7), 6-2 victory to reach the semifinals against Elena Rybakina.
America's Got Talent Season 21's quarterfinals concluded with four acts advancing to the semifinals—Young & Strange, Cesar Dias, Unitree, and Travis Garland—while Lara D, Ruben Roldan, Cameron Logsdon, Bird and Byron, Tyrone & Margo, Akira, and Jesse Joe were eliminated. Nine acts had already secured semifinal spots, and three Golden Buzzers (Hundred Fingers, Nene Royal, Lai Noelle) were sent to the finals.
Nine acts advanced to the AGT Season 21 semifinals after the latest quarterfinals: Royal Lasers, Olivia Befus, Luke Taleno, Come Here, Veronika Goroshkova, Geno Ploeger, Kameron Marshall, Acro Canine Crew, and Daniel Alvarez. Lai Noelle earned Kenan Thompson's Golden Buzzer and goes straight to the finals, while Holland & Sienna, Isaac Atkins, Maria, Elsie, Herwan Legaillard, Guy Kelton Jones I, and Pynk Beard were eliminated.
The 2026 World Cup semifinals pit France against Spain in Dallas and Argentina against England in Atlanta. France brings a high-powered attack, while Spain emphasizes a stout defense; early predictions give France a slight edge in regulation with some chance of extra time. The winner advances to the final. The piece also covers Norway’s homecoming, Haaland’s raccoon keepsake, and FIFA president Infantino’s openness to expanding the World Cup to 64 teams for 2030.
Al Jazeera used nine AI models to forecast the 2026 FIFA World Cup, with France the favorite (five of nine champion votes) and Argentina close behind (four votes). Runner‑up and third‑place votes were split among France, Argentina, England and Spain, highlighting four main contenders (France, Argentina, Spain, England) as the tournament heads into the semifinals (France vs Spain and England vs Argentina) before the final at MetLife Stadium.
France lead the four World Cup 2026 semifinalists—France, Spain, England, and Argentina—with a formidable attack and solid defense giving them the edge; if Spain reach the final they would likely be favorites to lift the trophy, while England and Argentina remain threats despite questions over form and consistency.
After a rest day, the 2026 FIFA World Cup semifinals are set: France faces Spain in Dallas on July 14 and England meets Argentina in Atlanta on July 15. Both matches start at 3 p.m. ET and air on FOX, with FOX One streaming the games live and on demand.
France, Spain, England, and Argentina reached the World Cup semifinals, setting up two marquee ties: France vs. Spain in Dallas, a tactical clash between France’s high-powered attack and Spain’s relentless counter-press; and England vs. Argentina in Atlanta, where England’s possession game tests Messi’s side and Kane’s movement could unlock opportunities. Depth, set pieces, and individual moments of brilliance will decide both matches as the era’s favorites contend for a spot in the final.
The 2026 World Cup's final four are France, Spain, England and Argentina. Argentina beat Switzerland in extra time; England defeated Norway; Spain beat Belgium; France knocked out Morocco. Semifinals: Spain vs. France on July 14 at 3 p.m. ET in Dallas, and Argentina vs. England on July 15 at 3 p.m. ET in Atlanta. The winners meet in the July 19 final in New York–New Jersey, while the losers play for third on July 18 in Miami. TV in the U.S. is FOX/FOX One (English) and Telemundo/Peacock (Spanish). Stars to watch include Mbappé (eight goals) for France, Dembélé (five), Lamine Yamal for Spain, and Lionel Messi, who is widely expected to cap his World Cup career in 2026.
Today is a World Cup rest day with no matches. The semifinals are set: France vs. Spain in Dallas on July 14 and England vs. Argentina in Atlanta on July 15, both on FOX with FOX One streaming. England reached the semis by beating Norway in extra time and Argentina beat Switzerland in extra time; Mbappé and Messi remain among the tournament's top scorers as the two matchups approach.