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France and Spain meet in World Cup 2026 semifinal in Dallas

The FIFA World Cup 2026 semi‑final between France and Spain is set for Tuesday, 14 July, at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas. The winner will advance to the final on 19 July. France, the 2018 champions, are chasing a third consecutive final appearance. Coach Didier Deschamps confirmed that Kylian Mbappé, who missed a full training session after an ankle injury in the quarter‑final, is fit to play. France’s attack also features Ousmane Dembélé, Michael Olise and other young talent, and the team emphasizes creating decisive moments rather than dominating possession.

Spain, led by 19‑year‑old Lamine Yamal – who celebrated his birthday on the eve of the match – rely on possession, quick counter‑pressing and the creativity of Rodri, Pedri and Yamal. Yamal, speaking after former prime minister Mariano Rajoy’s racist comment, stressed football’s integration role and expressed confidence that Spain will not fear France.

Both squads have earned substantial prize money: semi‑finalists share at least $27 million of the $727 million World Cup pool, with the champion slated to receive $50 million. Betting markets list France at +135 and Spain at +231, with a 2.5‑goal over/under. French Bayern‑Munich players Dayot Upamecano and Michael Olise could extend the club’s long‑standing tradition of having at least one representative in every World Cup final.

The match is widely billed as a clash of contrasting styles – France’s high‑press, moment‑driven approach versus Spain’s possession‑based, collective play – and will determine who contests the tournament’s title.

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