Majestic Spain stun France to reach World Cup final
Spain secured a 2-0 victory over France in the World Cup semifinals through a tactical performance led by their midfield. The team will advance to the final to face either Argentina or England.
Why it matters
This match outcome is a pivotal moment in the 2026 World Cup, confirming Spain's status as a top contender.
Spain stunned tournament favourites France 2-0 to reach the World Cup final on Tuesday, producing a tactical masterpiece to shatter Les Bleus' dreams of winning the title for the third time.
A first-half penalty from Mikel Oyarzabal and a 58th-minute Pedro Porro goal sealed an utterly clinical victory for the European champions at the AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas.
Spain, World Cup winners in 2010, will now face either Argentina or England in Sunday's final in New Jersey.
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France had entered the showdown as the overwhelming favourites for the tournament after a dazzling, goal-laden run to the semifinals.
But France's vaunted front four of captain Kylian Mbappe, Ballon D'Or winner Ousmane Dembele, Bradley Barcola and Michael Olise were snuffed out by a combination of Spanish poise and power.
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