World Cup 2026 Semi-Finals: Match Dates, IST Timings, Full Fixtures & Where To Watch FIFA LIVE in India

The countdown to the FIFA World Cup 2026 final has officially begun. After weeks of dramatic upsets, last-minute winners and knockout thrillers, only four teams remain in the hunt for football's biggest prize. Defending champions Argentina, alongside England, France and Spain, have booked their places in the semi-finals, setting up two heavyweight clashes that promise world-class football.

For Indian fans, the semi-finals come with a late-night challenge. Both matches will kick off after midnight (IST), turning July 15 and July 16 into must-watch nights for football lovers across the country.

FIFA World Cup 2026 Semi-Final Fixtures: Date, Time & Venue

The FIFA World Cup 2026 semi-finals will be played over two consecutive days. Here's the complete schedule for viewers in India:

France vs Spain World Cup Semi Final

Date (IST): Wednesday, July 15, 2026
Kick-off Time: 12:30 AM IST
Venue: Dallas Stadium

England vs Argentina World Cup Semi Final

Date (IST): Thursday, July 16, 2026
Kick-off Time: 12:30 AM IST
Venue: Atlanta Stadium

The winners of these two matches will advance to the FIFA World Cup 2026 final.

How to Watch FIFA World Cup 2026 Semifinal LIVE in India

Indian football fans can follow every moment of the FIFA World Cup 2026 through television as well as digital streaming platforms.

The tournament is being telecast live on Zee Entertainment's sports network, including:

Unite8 Sports 1
Unite8 Sports 1 HD
Unite8 Sports 2
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Live Streaming

Viewers who prefer watching on smartphones, laptops, tablets or smart TVs can stream the matches live on ZEE5.

How to Watch FIFA World Cup 2026 for Free

Football fans who do not have a paid subscription can still enjoy selected matches without any additional cost.

DD Sports is providing free telecast of key matches through the DD Free Dish platform, including:

Quarter-final 1 - July 10 (IST)
Quarter-final 2 - July 11 (IST)
Quarter-final 3 - July 12 (IST)
Quarter-final 4 - July 12 (IST)
Semi-final 1 - July 15 (IST)
Semi-final 2 - July 16 (IST)
FIFA World Cup 2026 Final - July 20 (IST)

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