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Spain Dethrones France, Reaches World Cup Final!
15 Jul
Summary
- Spain defeated France 2-0 to secure a spot in the World Cup final.
- Spain's defense was exceptional, limiting France to one shot on goal.
- This victory marks Spain's third consecutive win against France in major tournaments.
Spain has advanced to the 2026 FIFA World Cup final after defeating France 2-0 in a dominant semifinal performance. La Roja's defense was exceptionally strong, effectively neutralizing France's potent offensive lineup, which included Kylian Mbappe and Ousmane Dembele. France's first significant shot on goal did not occur until the 81st minute of the match.
Spain secured their victory with a penalty in the first half and a decisive goal from Pedro Porro in the second. This win extends Spain's streak of defeating France in major tournaments, following victories in Euro 2024 and the 2025 Nations League.
For France, this defeat signifies a potential end of an era, with manager Didier Deschamps expected to depart. While the team's talent suggests future competitiveness, they will aim to rebound in the upcoming Euro 2028 and the 2030 World Cup, hosted partly in Spain.
