Time for Lamine Yamal to ignite? Or another Mbappe World Cup masterclass?
France and Spain are set to face off in a high-stakes World Cup semi-final, with focus shifting to stars Kylian Mbappe and Lamine Yamal. The match represents a potential changing of the guard in global football as Spain seeks to hold both world and European titles.
Why it matters
This match is a major cultural and sporting event that highlights the evolution of talent in international football.
Image source, Getty Images Image caption, Both Lamine Yamal and Mbappe are looking to win a major tournament for the second time in their careers
France and Spain will renew one of the most tantalising international rivalries in Dallas on Tuesday, with a place in the World Cup final at stake.
2018 champions France are aiming to reach a third successive final, while 2010 winners Spain are bidding to become just the fourth team to hold both world and European crowns at the same time.
Both squads are bursting with talent, but all eyes will be on Kylian Mbappe and Lamine Yamal.
Mbappe's global breakthrough came at the 2018 World Cup, when his quickfire double helped France beat Lionel Messi's Argentina in the last 16 on their way to winning a second champions' star.
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