Neither France nor Spain Has Trailed at This Year’s World Cup, but only One Can Reach the Final
France have won two of the past three World Cups, while Spain have conceded just one goal to reach the last four.
- On Tuesday, July 14, 2026, France faces Spain in the 2026 World Cup semifinal at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas. The winner advances to the final.
- France faces a familiar opponent, having lost to Spain in both the Euro 2024 semifinals and last year's Nations League semifinals. The sides know each other well from recent tournament history.
- French centre-back Konate stated, "You cannot fear anyone," as France relies on stars like Kylian Mbappe and Antoine Griezmann to penetrate Spain's defense, which has conceded only one goal.
- The winner advances to the final on July 19 to face the victor of Argentina versus England, who square off at 3 p.m. ET on Wednesday, July 15.
- France, winners in 2018 and runners-up four years ago, aims to reach another final and sustain comparisons to West Germany, which established a dynasty with four finals between 1974 and 1990.
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The semifinal between France and Spain will be the most valuable game of the World Cup of 2026. The two teams are among those that carry the highest figures in the market of football values. While the Spaniards have a cast valued at 1.22 billion euros (R$ 7.1 billion, on the 13th of July), the French add up to 1.52 billion euros (R$ 8.8 billion), according to Transfermarkt, specialized in the subject. The two selections enter the field on Tuesda…
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World Cup 2026: Rodri makes demand ahead of France clash
Spain midfielder Rodri has urged his team to play to their strength when they face France in the World Cup semi-final fixture on Tuesday. According to the Manchester City star, France are a great side, and La Roja are motivated to conquer them. “France will probably be our toughest test,” Rodri said via FIFA’s website. “We […] World Cup 2026: Rodri makes demand ahead of France clash
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