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Mbappe, Barcola spearhead France's WC semi clash
14 Jul
Summary
- Barcola recalled to lead France's attack alongside Mbappe and Dembele.
- Doue dropped to bench; Tchouameni returns for France's midfield.
- Spain fields unchanged side, with Baena supporting Yamal and Oyarzabal.
France's national football team is set to face Spain in a highly anticipated FIFA World Cup 2026 semifinal. Coach Didier Deschamps has recalled forward Bradley Barcola to bolster the attack alongside star players Kylian Mbappe and Ousmane Dembele.
Deschamps has made further adjustments to the squad, dropping Desire Doue from the starting lineup and welcoming back midfielder Aurelien Tchouameni, who had been sidelined due to injury for the previous two matches.
Meanwhile, Spain's coach Luis de la Fuente has opted for continuity, presenting an unchanged team for the semifinal clash. Rodri, Fabian Ruiz, and Dani Olmo will continue in midfield, with Pedri starting as a substitute.
In attack, Spain will rely on Alex Baena, supported by wingers Lamine Yamal and Mikel Oyarzabal, as they aim to secure a spot in the final match.
The victorious team from this semifinal will proceed to compete in the World Cup final on Sunday, playing against the winner of the other semifinal between Argentina and England.
