The 2026 FIFA World Cup knockouts have 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.
Below you will find the Quarter-Final results and the Semi-Final, Third-Place Play-Off and Final schedule, all with kick-off times in Sri Lanka Standard Time (SLST, UTC+5:30).
Sri Lanka is 9 hours and 30 minutes ahead of US Eastern Time. That means several matches kick off in the early hours of the following morning locally, so check the SLST date carefully.
Round of 16 Results
All eight Round of 16 ties have been decided.
| Match | Result | Venue |
|---|---|---|
| France vs Paraguay | France won 1-0 | Philadelphia |
| Morocco vs Canada | Morocco won 3-0 | Houston |
| Norway vs Brazil | Norway won 2-1 | New York/New Jersey |
| England vs Mexico | England won 3-2 | Mexico City |
| Portugal vs Spain | Spain won 1-0 | Arlington |
| USA vs Belgium | Belgium won 4-1 | Seattle |
| Argentina vs Egypt | Argentina won | Atlanta |
| Switzerland vs Colombia | Switzerland won | Vancouver |
Quarter-Final Results (Sri Lanka Time)
All four Quarter-Finals are complete.
| Match | Result | Venue |
|---|---|---|
| France vs Morocco | France won 2-0 | Boston |
| Spain vs Belgium | Spain won 2-1 | Los Angeles |
| Norway vs England | England won 2-1 | Miami |
| Argentina vs Switzerland | Argentina won 3-1 (AET) | Kansas City |
Semi-Finals, Third-Place Play-Off and Final (Sri Lanka Time)
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 in Miami.
| Stage | Kick-Off (SLST) | Venue |
|---|---|---|
| Semi-Final 1 | 12:30 a.m., 15 Jul — France 0-2 Spain (played) | Arlington |
| Semi-Final 2 | 12:30 a.m., 16 Jul — England vs Argentina | Atlanta |
| Third-Place Play-Off | 2:30 a.m., 19 Jul | Miami |
| Final | 12:30 a.m., 20 Jul | New York/New Jersey |
The final is played on 19 July in New York/New Jersey, which is 12:30 a.m. SLST on 20 July. Kick-off times could shift slightly, so always verify against the official FIFA schedule.
Frequently Asked Questions
What time zone is used for these kick-off times?
All match times on this page are given in Sri Lanka Standard Time (SLST), which is UTC+5:30. Sri Lanka is 9 hours and 30 minutes ahead of US Eastern Time.
What stage is the World Cup at now?
All four Quarter-Finals are complete. Spain beat France 2-0 to reach the final; England and Argentina play the second semi-final to decide the other finalist.
Why do some matches show a kick-off time after midnight?
US evening kick-offs fall in the early morning in Sri Lanka because of the 9.5-hour time difference. For example, a 3 p.m. ET kick-off is 12:30 a.m. the next day in Sri Lanka.
When is the third-place play-off?
The third-place play-off between France and the losing semi-finalist kicks off at 2:30 a.m. SLST on 19 July, in Miami.
Sources
- FIFA — official World Cup 2026 match schedule and results
- ESPN — 2026 FIFA World Cup fixtures and results
- Olympics.com — World Cup 2026 Quarter-Finals bracket and schedule
Disclaimer: Match times and fixtures are subject to change by FIFA, and kick-off times can be adjusted once matchups are confirmed. Please verify all details against the official FIFA schedule before making any travel or viewing plans.
