The 2026 World Cup has reached its semi-final stage, and the remaining four nations represent some of the finest football on the planet.
Spain will face France on Tuesday in what promises to be a captivating contest between two European heavyweights with contrasting styles.
Then defending champions Argentina take on England on Wednesday in what could be one of the most anticipated fixtures in World Cup history.
The four squads are genuinely packed with world-class talent, making any combined XI selection an almost impossible task for even the most knowledgeable football fan.
Lionel Messi remains at the heart of Argentina’s challenge, continuing to inspire those around him at an age when most players have long since retired.
Kylian Mbappe brings his extraordinary pace and finishing ability to the France side, and he will be desperate to help Les Bleus go all the way this time.
Spain’s Lamine Yamal has been one of the most exciting players of this entire tournament, demonstrating a level of skill and composure that belies his age.
Harry Kane leads the England attack and will be hungry to make his mark on the biggest stage the game has to offer.
BBC Sport senior journalist Andy Cryer and his colleagues have already had a go at selecting their preferred combined XI from these four extraordinary squads.
Now fans are being invited to make their own selections and see whether their choices differ from those put forward by the BBC Sport team.
With so many elite players competing across just four nations, the debate over who deserves a place in any combined XI is likely to be fierce and passionate.
Whether your priority is creative flair, defensive solidity, or goal-scoring firepower, the options available from these semi-final sides are simply remarkable.
