With Argentina, England, France and Spain just two games from glory, BBC Sport statistician Chris Collinson breaks down the semi‑finalists' performances, adjusting for extra‑time minutes. Argentina have scored the most goals (17) but are the least clinical, converting only 18% of chances, while France lead in forward metrics, averaging the most goals per 90, joint‑most shots and highest xG. Spain are the most solid defensively, conceding just one goal and boasting the highest possession (66%) and joint‑best pass accuracy (90.4%). England rely on efficient finishing from Jude Bellingham and Harry Kane, scoring over two goals per game despite fewer creative chances. The teams differ in work‑rate: Spain run, sprint and press the most, whereas Argentina, despite covering the most ground overall, have the fewest sprints when time‑adjusted and the lowest pressing intensity. France excel in crossing, delivering a headed goal every four attempts, while Argentina suffer the worst aerial duel success.

The upcoming matches pit France’s attacking firepower against Spain’s defensive rigidity, and a goal‑rich clash between England and Argentina, both of which have conceded six goals so far.