France v Spain live updates: Masterful Spain display knocks France out of the World Cup
Spain defeated France in a World Cup match, advancing to the final after a dominant performance characterized by superior teamwork and tactical execution. France, considered tournament favorites, struggled to contain Spain's midfield and defensive structure.
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France: Maignan; Koundé, Saliba (Lacroix 29), Upamecano, Digne (Hernandez 73); Tchouaméni, Rabiot (Koné 45); Dembele, Barcola (Doué 57), Olise (Cherki 73); Mbappé
Spain: Simon; Porro (Llorente 84), Cubarsí, Laporte, Cucurella; Rodri, Ruiz (Merino 78), Olmo (Pedri 78); Yamal, Oyarzabal (Torres 74), Baena (Williams 84)
Death in the Texan afternoon. Spain ’s matador instincts have seen them advance through this epic tournament with imperious assurance, with defensive and technical excellence, consummate passing and the capacity to dazzle. So it went for France . The favourites for the tournament crashed out on a day when their European opponents both toyed and frustrated them and struck two goals with cold ruthlessness.
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That’s all from me, good night! Back tomorrow for England against Argentina.
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