The Argentine national team (in blue-and-white stripes) has impressively secured a spot in the 2026 World Cup semifinals after a thrilling 3-1 victory over Switzerland (in red) at Kansas City, USA on July 11, 2026.

On July 12th Beijing time, the World Cup semifinalists have been officially confirmed. Relevant institutions immediately updated the latest championship probabilities and odds. Surprisingly, the defending champion Argentina is unexpectedly the least favored, with the lowest probability and odds among the four teams.

Experts note that although Spain dominated possession for most of the match against Belgium, their ticket to the 2026 World Cup semifinals was significantly influenced by pivotal lucky moments.

On July 12, Beijing time, the final two matches of the World Cup quarterfinals concluded. England and Argentina advanced to the semifinals after eliminating Norway and Switzerland respectively. As a result, the highly anticipated "England vs. Argentina" clash will take place at the World Cup once again after 24 years. Due to the Falkland Islands issue, England and Argentina are widely recognized as football's "archrivals," and their encounters always spark intense fireworks.

Some first-team players of Manchester United have returned to Carrington Training Ground to begin pre-season training. On Thursday, the squad gathered under head coach Carrick and his coaching staff, but only a few players are likely to start in the Premier League opener away to Hull City on August 22. Just nine senior Manchester United players have reported, with none of the World Cup participants—including goalkeeper Senna Ramense—having returned yet. Ramense may need to heal his wounded spirit.

After officially informing Atalanta of the cancellation of the £39 million deal for Ederson, Manchester United has begun contacting new targets, including Roma's French midfielder Khephren Thuram. Due to Real Madrid star Aurélien Tchouaméni's thigh injury absence, the 25-year-old Thuram has started in the last two World Cup knockout matches for France, attracting significant attention.

Manchester United will do everything in their power this summer to retain academy prodigy Gabriel (JJ Gabriel). BBC's Simon Stone lists him alongside Shea Lacey, Jack and Tyler Fletcher, Harry Amass, Radek Vitek, and Jacob Devaney as the Red Devils' young talents to watch this summer.

Manchester United has not yet officially announced the transfer of Chelsea midfielder Andre Santos, but there is no uncertainty about this £50 million deal. The 22-year-old has completed all formalities and is only waiting for the public announcement, ready to become the Red Devils' first signing of the summer transfer window at any time. A video of him wearing a Manchester United jersey has been leaked on social media.

South African football has just received shocking news as national team and Mamelodi Sundowns midfielder Jayden Adams suddenly passed away at age 25, shortly after making history with his country at the 2026 World Cup finals.

England became the latest team to book a spot in the 2026 World Cup semifinals after a thrilling 2-1 victory over Norway in the quarterfinal match that took place early this morning. Jude Bellingham continued his dazzling form by scoring both goals, helping the 'Three Lions' overcome the Nordic opponents after 120 minutes of dramatic action.