Live: France v Spain World Cup semi-final
Spain defeated France 2-0 in the World Cup semi-final held in Texas, securing their spot in the final. The Spanish team dominated possession and tactical play, moving one step closer to their second World Cup title.
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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.
From the opening whistle on Tuesday (US time), the Spaniards wrapped themselves around France like an anaconda, tightening their grip with every wave of pressing and every spell of possession until the life had been squeezed from a French attack that had looked irresistible throughout the tournament.
The European champions are now within one victory of completing a double of the game's biggest prizes. They will discover their final opponents on Wednesday when England face Argentina in Atlanta for a place in Sunday's showpiece.
Spain's Lamine Yamal, centre, and Spain's midfielder Rodri, right, embrace as they celebrate their team's victory.
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