England’s unforgettable 2026 World Cup journey is reaching a fever pitch. After drawing a staggering television audience of nearly 17 million viewers for their tense clash against Norway, the Three Lions are now just one win away from the ultimate stage. On Wednesday, 15 July, England will face historic rivals Argentina at the Atlanta Stadium with a coveted spot in the World Cup Final on the line.
As football fever sweeps the nation, the BBC is bringing you comprehensive, multi-platform coverage so you never miss a kick, tackle, or tactical shift. Here is everything you need to know to follow the semi-final action live.
The Main Event: England v Argentina
- When: Wednesday, 15 July
- Kick-off: 8:00 PM BST
- Where: Atlanta Stadium, USA
How to Watch on TV and Online You can watch the entire match live on BBC One and BBC iPlayer, with coverage leading up to the 8:00 PM kick-off. To ensure you don’t miss the build-up, add the FIFA World Cup 2026 to your iPlayer Watchlist now.
If you are on the move, BBC Sport is supercharging its digital coverage by live streaming the pre-match build-up and the opening 10 minutes of the game on the BBC Football YouTube and TikTok channels for the very first time.
How to Listen Live For those away from a screen, live and uninterrupted radio commentary will broadcast across the UK on BBC Radio 5 Live and globally via BBC Sounds.
Next-Gen Features and Digital Extras
The BBC is transforming how audiences experience the tournament with brand-new digital tools available on the BBC Sport website and app:
- Interactive 3D Experience: Take control of the broadcast with a second-screen feature that allows you to explore different camera angles, rewind critical moments, and watch player formations evolve in real time.
- Live Chat and Real-Time Clips: Join the conversation during the match using the new live comments feature, and keep up with instant in-game video clips, breaking news, and expert pundit analysis on the BBC Sport live page.
- Morning Highlights: If the late-night time zone makes it hard to stay awake, spoiler-free highlights will be waiting for you every morning on iPlayer, the BBC Sport app, and the BBC Football YouTube channel.
Don’t Miss the First Semi-Final: France v Spain
Before England takes center stage, the tournament’s first finalist will be decided in Dallas, Texas, on Tuesday, 14 July, as France goes head-to-head with Spain.
You can hear all the build-up on BBC Radio 5 Live with Kelly Cates starting at 7:00 PM BST, followed by live match commentary at 8:00 PM. The game will also be broadcast live on ITV, alongside complete text commentary, live updates, and social media coverage across the BBC Sport app and website.
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