It is semi-final time at World Cup 2026 – and we cannot wait for the action to get started!
Up first is France vs Spain at the Dallas Stadium on Tuesday evening, a repeat of the Euro 2024 semi-final, which La Roja won 2-1.
Then it is a huge, huge clash between England and reigning champions Argentina in Atlanta, a rivalry which needs no introduction whatsoever.
These are the top four teams in FIFA’s World Rankings, which only adds to the flavour ahead of the kick-offs.
Check out some of our football betting picks for the upcoming semi-final ties, as well as the latest World Cup odds from the NetBet Sport platform. Enjoy!
*All odds are subject to change
France (2.29) vs Spain (3.20)
Player to score or assist – Ousmane Dembele @ 2.21
Due to Kylian Mbappe’s ridiculous performances at World Cup 2026, Dembele’s displays have gone under the radar a tad. The Ballon d’Or winner scored France’s crucial second goal in the 2-0 victory over Morocco in the quarter-finals, his fifth strike at the tournament. Dembele has also tallied two assists, further highlighting his all-round ability in the final third. With Spain defenders perhaps having more of an eye on Mbappe – or even Michael Olise – Dembele could be afforded more space to weave his magic.
Lamine Yamal to have over 1.5 shots on target @ 2.37
Despite scoring just one goal at World Cup 2026, Yamal has been an absolute gold mine when it comes to recording shots on target. Spain’s teenage winger tallied over 1.5 in each of the last three matches at the tournament, as well as four of the previous five. The Barcelona star is simply never afraid to test the goalkeeper’s reflexes, particularly from distance when he cuts inside on his wand of a left foot. So even though France have kept three consecutive clean sheets, we are backing Yamal to have at least two shots on target in Texas.
England (2.60) vs Argentina (2.95)
Both teams to score – Yes @ 1.85
We are a tad surprised to see the BTTS market priced close to evens for this massive derby fixture. The pick has landed in each of Argentina’s last four matches, as well as England’s previous three. Neither nation looks convincing from a defensive standpoint, but each boasts considerable strength in the attacking department. From Harry Kane, Jude Bellingham and Bukayo Saka to Lionel Messi, Lautaro Martinez and Julian Alvarez, we expect goals at the Atlanta Stadium.
Player to score or assist – Jude Bellingham @ 2.77
And when it comes to picking a player to contribute to a goal, Bellingham really stands out, even more than Messi (who is priced at just 1.87 in this market). The Real Madrid midfielder is England’s joint-top scorer at World Cup 2026 with six strikes, the all-action ace tallying two goals against both Mexico and Norway in the last two knockout rounds. Bellingham really is in the form of his life on the international stage, and his energy all across the pitch can really trouble an Argentina side which perhaps lacks pace in key areas.
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