France vs. Spain prediction, odds, date: 2026 World Cup semifinal picks by expert on 19-7 run
France and Spain are set to face off in the 2026 World Cup semifinals following their respective quarterfinal victories. Sports betting experts are analyzing the matchup, noting the teams' familiarity with each other and recent performance trends.
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European powers clash in the 2026 World Cup semifinals when Spain and France battle on Tuesday. These nations were the pre-tournament favorites, and the current rosters are extremely familiar with each other after meeting in the semifinals of the 2024 Euros, a match that Spain won 2-1. France have won all their games in the World Cup 2026, beating Morocco in the quarterfinals to advance to this round. Spain are unbeaten as well -- opening with a draw against Cape Verde and then winning the rest of their matches. The Spaniards kept a clean sheet all the way through the Round of 16 before conceding one goal in a quarterfinal win over Belgium.
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