Keith Treacy previews the World Cup semi-finals as France, Spain, Argentina and England vie for a place in Sunday's showpiece, before reacting to Shelbourne's appointment of John Russell and the weekend's action as well as previewing the FAI Cup second round and Euro qualifiers.

Everything you need to know to watch and follow the 2026 FIFA World Cup, including start times and TV and streaming information for every game.

Folarin Balogun got the scoring going with a goal in the 45th minute, but was sent off with a controversial red card in the 64th minute.

The world’s four highest-ranked teams are also the last four standing at the 2026 World Cup — the first time that has happened since FIFA rankings were introduced. Coincidence? Not entirely. Spain, Argentina,

England and Belgium rallied from early deficits and the U.S. held on despite a red card, winning Wednesday to clear the first World Cup knockout round.

Here is a quick preview of the Round of 32 of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Games runs from Sunday through Friday in what has become an elimination tournament.

The World Cup round of 32 is well underway, as teams continue to book their places in the last 16. France, Algeria, Belgium, Morocco and the United States

France is still the favorite to win the World Cup, but all four semifinalists have a realistic chance of winning.