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The World Cup semifinal pairings are set, with France, Spain, Argentina, and England now just one win away from the final.

France and Spain will meet in Dallas on Tuesday, while defending champions Argentina will take on England in Atlanta on Wednesday.

The winners will advance to the World Cup Final on Sunday at New York–New Jersey Stadium.