Mercedes-Benz Stadium hosts Brazil against England in the Semi-Final, number 19 of 21 in this part of the schedule. It is listed for Wednesday 15 July 2026, with kick-off at 18:00 ET, which is 3:30 am IST (16 Jul) in India. It is a neutral venue for both sides, so the model gives neither a home edge.
Brazil bring the sharper attack (91/100), while England have the sturdier back line (86/100). The side whose strength suits Mercedes-Benz Stadium gets the first say. Two names that could tilt it are Rodrygo for Brazil and Harry Kane for England.
Mercedes-Benz Stadium is an air-conditioned, roofed stadium that takes the summer heat out of the equation. Our model projects 0-1 at full time on expected goals of 1.2 for Brazil and 1.4 for England, with the first goal typically arriving between minutes 10–46. Because this is a knockout tie, a level score goes to extra time and penalties, and the model gives England a 55% chance to progress.