The 2026 FIFA World Cup has reached the semi-finals. All four Quarter-Finals are complete, Spain have beaten France to reach the final, and England face Argentina for the second final spot.
This page lists the Quarter-Final results, the Semi-Final schedule, and the Third-Place Play-Off and Final dates, all converted to Nepal Time (NPT, UTC+5:45). Nepal runs 9 hours and 45 minutes ahead of US Eastern Time, so most matches fall in the early hours of the following morning.
Round of 16 Results in NPT
All eight Round of 16 ties are complete. The results below are final.
| Date (NPT) | Match | Result |
|---|---|---|
| 5 July | Morocco vs Canada (Houston) | Morocco won 3-0 |
| 5 July | France vs Paraguay (Philadelphia) | France won 1-0 |
| 6 July | Norway vs Brazil (New York/New Jersey) | Norway won 2-1 |
| 6 July | England vs Mexico (Mexico City) | England won 3-2 |
| 7 July | Portugal vs Spain (Arlington) | Spain won 1-0 |
| 7 July | USA vs Belgium (Seattle) | Belgium won 4-1 |
| 8 July | Argentina vs Egypt (Atlanta) | Argentina won |
| 8 July | Switzerland vs Colombia (Vancouver) | Switzerland won |
Quarter-Final Results in NPT
All four Quarter-Finals are now complete.
| Date (NPT) | Match | Result |
|---|---|---|
| 10 July | France vs Morocco (Boston) | France won 2-0 |
| 11 July | Spain vs Belgium (Los Angeles) | Spain won 2-1 |
| 12 July | Norway vs England (Miami) | England won 2-1 |
| 12 July | Argentina vs Switzerland (Kansas City) | Argentina won 3-1 (AET) |
Semi-Finals, Third-Place Play-Off and Final in NPT
Spain are into the final after beating France 2-0 in Arlington, Texas. England and Argentina play the second semi-final to decide who joins them; the loser plays France in the third-place play-off.
| Stage | Date (NPT) | Kick-Off (NPT) |
|---|---|---|
| Semi-Final 1 | 15 July | 12:45 a.m. — France 0-2 Spain (played) |
| Semi-Final 2 | 16 July | 12:45 a.m. — England vs Argentina |
| Third-Place Play-Off | 19 July | 2:45 a.m. |
| Final | 20 July | 12:45 a.m. |
The final is played on 19 July in New York/New Jersey, which is 12:45 a.m. NPT on 20 July, a Monday morning in Nepal.
Watching the World Cup From Nepal
Because Nepal is 9 hours and 45 minutes ahead of US Eastern Time, nearly every knockout match kicks off between midnight and early morning NPT. Fans should plan around late-night or dawn viewing.
Late-Night Games
Matches with an afternoon Eastern kick-off land just after midnight in Nepal. Both semi-finals and the final, all kicking off at 12:45 a.m. NPT, are examples.
Dawn Games
Evening Eastern kick-offs push into the early morning in Nepal. The third-place play-off at 2:45 a.m. falls in this window.
Frequently Asked Questions
What stage is the World Cup at now?
All four Quarter-Finals are complete. Spain beat France 2-0 in the first semi-final to reach the final; England and Argentina play the second semi-final to decide the other finalist.
When is the Semi-Final and Final in Nepal Time?
England vs Argentina kicks off at 12:45 a.m. NPT on 16 July. The final kicks off at 12:45 a.m. NPT on 20 July (played 19 July in New York/New Jersey).
Why do the matches start so late in Nepal?
Nepal is 9 hours and 45 minutes ahead of US Eastern Time, where most matches are timed. A 3 p.m. ET kick-off becomes 12:45 a.m. the next day in Nepal.
When is the third-place play-off?
The third-place play-off between France and the losing semi-finalist kicks off at 2:45 a.m. NPT on 19 July, in Miami.
Sources
- FIFA — official World Cup 2026 match schedule and results
- ESPN — 2026 FIFA World Cup fixtures, results and match schedule
- Olympics.com — FIFA World Cup 2026 Quarter-Finals bracket and schedule
Disclaimer: Match dates and kick-off times are subject to change by FIFA, and knockout-stage matchups are confirmed as each round is completed. Please verify against the official FIFA schedule before making viewing or travel plans.
