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Control Beats Chaos: Spain Marches Into World Cup Final As the Favorite

France’s dismal performance in Tuesday’s World Cup semifinal had arguably been set at kickoff.

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‘Amazing’ Spain are peaking at right time for World Cup final, says De la Fuente

Luis de la Fuente said his team were excited but challenged them to improve after they completely outplayed a highly fancied France

The Guardian - UK

Kylian Mbappe Has Explicit Response to France’s World Cup Exit Censored

Mbappé also offered a concise and insightful tactical analysis into France's failings against Spain in Tuesday’s semifinal.

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France's World Cup dream extinguished in chastening semi-final loss to Spain

Didier Deschamps' France were hot favourites to lift the famous golden trophy after a string of breathtaking attacking displays at the World Cup. But they met their match in the semi-finals when faced with slick European champions Spain, who outplayed and outsmarted Les Bleus to deny them a third consecutive…

France 24

Four Takeaways From France’s Lifeless World Cup Defeat to Spain

Les Bleus saw a perfect World Cup run ended by a recurring foe.

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France vs. Spain Player Ratings: Emphatic Statement Made in World Cup Semifinal

Les Bleus were shut out by the European champions, who cruised into the World Cup final.

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World Cup 2026: Spain deliver masterclass to knock out favourites France and reach final

European champions Spain produced a technical and tactical masterclass to defeat World Cup favourites France at the Dallas Stadium on Tuesday, scoring a goal in each half as they tamed Les Bleus' attacking armada to book a place in the final, where they will face either England or Argentina.

France 24

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Spain reach World Cup final after Oyarzabal and Porro sink sorry France

Goals from Mikel Oyarzabal and Pedro Porro gave Spain a 2-0 win in the World Cup semi-final against France and they await England or Argentina in the final

The Guardian - UK

Kylian Mbappé ready for France’s World Cup semifinal against Spain after ‘slight’ ankle injury

Kylian Mbappé is in France's starting lineup for Tuesday’s World Cup semifinal match against Spain after the striker exited in the 77th minute of the team's quarterfinal win over Morocco

The Independent UK

France vs. Spain: Confirmed Lineups for 2026 World Cup Semifinal

Didier Deschamps and Luis de la Fuente stuck to their guns with Tuesday’s selections.

Sports Illustrated

Brilliant Spain defeat toothless France to reach World Cup final

Spain tamed France's galaxy of stars at the Dallas Stadium to reach the World Cup final for the first time since their 2010 triumph, powering past Les Bleus 2-0 with goals by Mikel Oyarzabal and Pedro Porro. They will face either England or Argentina in the July 19 final.

France 24

France vs Spain FIFA World Cup 2026 semi-final: Date, India time, live streaming, predicted XI, team news, head-to-head, prediction and more

France vs Spain FIFA World Cup Semi Final 2026: France and Spain will compete in a major FIFA World Cup 2026 semi-final match. This highly anticipated clash features many world-class players and tactical battles. France, the highest-scoring team, seeks another final appearance after 2018 and 2022. Spain aims for their…

The Economic Times

World Cup schedule today: How to watch France v Spain, TV channels & live stream Tuesday 14 July

What’s happening in the World Cup today? Here is the full schedule for Tuesday 14 July, including kick-off times, TV channels, and live stream options

The Guardian - US

Ranking the 2026 World Cup Golden Boot Contenders

The top scorer race in North America is unlikely anything ever seen before in the world’s biggest tournament.

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Kylian Mbappe Injury Status Confirmed for France vs. Spain World Cup Semifinal

The Frenchman spent time away from the main training group on Monday.

Euronews

€2.8bn battle on the pitch: France and Spain face off in World Cup's priciest semi-final

Tuesday's clash between France and Spain in Texas is not just a footballing spectacle, it is also, by market value, the costliest semi-final the World Cup has staged, with the two squads worth a combined $3.2 billion (€2.8bn).

International Business Times UK

Who Is Jude Bellingham? What To Know About the England Star Behind Football's Viral 'Hey Jude' Serenade

Jude Bellingham, England's World Cup star, is celebrated with the Beatles' 'Hey Jude' anthem. His journey from Borussia Dortmund to Real Madrid highlights his rising football career and family influence.

Sports Illustrated

France vs. Spain—World Cup: Preview, Predictions and Lineups

Dallas plays host to a blockbuster World Cup semifinal between the two pre-tournament favorites.

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Ranking the Major Threats in the 2026 World Cup Semifinals

The semifinals kick off Tuesday with a supercharged battle between France and Spain.

France 24

France and Spain prepare to face off in World Cup semi-final clash

Two World Cup favourites will go head-to-head in the first semi-final of the 2026 competition on Tuesday as Les Bleus' star-studded line-up meets Spain's technically accomplished La Roja.

Sports Illustrated

Ranking France’s 10 Best Jerseys of All Time

France has produced some truly beautiful soccer jerseys over the years.

The Guardian - UK

France unleashed: reinvention could earn Deschamps all-time great status

The France head coach has found a way to get the best out of his glittering attack and has a second World Cup triumph in sight

Latin Times

France's Firepower Meets Spain's Fortress, and England's Nerve Meets Argentina's Killer Instinct

World Cup 2026 semifinals: France vs Spain, England vs Argentina. Strengths, flaws, the Golden Boot race and what Opta's model says about each tie.

Radio France Internationale

Mbappé, Dembélé, Olise dazzle up front but Maignan makes it possible

France's attacking trio - Kylian Mbappé, Ousmane Dembélé and Michael Olise - have dominated the World Cup headlines, scoring plenty of goals and dazzling fans with skilful moves and fast breaks past opposing defences. Meanwhile, at the other end of the pitch, goalkeeper Mike Maignan has laid the foundation that's…

Euronews

Bitter rivalries and golden boots: A ‘line-up for the ages’ in the World Cup semifinals

With four previous champions, Mbappé vs. Yamal, Messi vs. Kane plus an all-star race for the golden boot, the France vs. Spain and England vs. Argentina semifinals have the potential to produce two more World Cup classics.

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