France v Spain semi-final players, teams, games, fixtures, results
Spain defeated France 2-0 in the World Cup semi-final, dominating possession and tactical control throughout the match. The victory puts Spain in the final, where they will face either England or Argentina.
Why it matters
Spain's tactical dominance in this match highlights a potential shift in international football power dynamics as they pursue their second World Cup title.
Pinned post from 8.04am Go to latest MATCH REPORT: Spain choke the life out of France By Spain suffocated France deep in the heart of Texas, powering into their first World Cup final since lifting the trophy in 2010 with a spellbinding 2-0 victory thanks to goals from Mikel Oyarzabal and Pedro Porro.
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