Spain dismantle disjointed France to cruise into final
Spain secured a 2-0 victory over France to reach the World Cup final, ending Didier Deschamps' 14-year tenure as French manager. Spain will face either England or Argentina in the final in New Jersey.
Why it matters
The match marks a significant transition for the French national team and confirms Spain's status as a dominant force in international football.
Mikel Oyarzabal and Pedro Porro fired ruthless Spain into the World Cup final as France's quest for glory fell apart in Dallas.
Oyarzabal’s 22nd-minute penalty – his fifth goal of the tournament – coupled with Tottenham full-back Porro’s assured second-half finish secured a 2-0 win for the European champions and denied Didier Deschamps a third successive final as his 14-year-old reign drew to a heartbreaking close.
In the process Spain, who will face either England or Argentina in New Jersey on Sunday evening, extended their unbeaten run to a record-equalling 37 games on a night when France’s big names simply did not turn up.
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