Top teams and players poised for World Cup semifinals this week
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 9, 2026, 1:14 PM
Last updated Jul 9, 2026
As the FIFA World Cup progresses, the semifinals are set to begin on July 14. Six of the top eight teams in FIFA's rankings are still contesting the tournament, highlighting the competitive. Star players like Lionel Messi, Kylian Mbappé, Erling Haaland, and Harry Kane are making significant impacts, with Messi leading in goals scored this World Cup. Teams are preparing during a congested schedule, with crucial matches ahead that could define their legacies in the sport.
- •Semifinals start on July 14 with top-ranked teams involved.
- •Messi leads the World Cup in goals scored with 8.
- •Mbappé and Haaland closely follow with 7 goals each.
- •England's Kane has also made a strong showing with 6 goals.
- •Teams are gearing up for pivotal matches that could shape careers.
- 1:14 PMYahoo Sports — World Cup: Now is when legends are born
"History awaits the likes of Messi, Mbappé, Haaland and Kane.
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