Neither France nor Spain has trailed at this year's World Cup, but only one can reach the final
Spain has advanced to the World Cup final after defeating tournament favorites France, concluding a highly anticipated semifinal matchup.
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The brief
Spain defeated France in the 2026 World Cup semifinal, securing a place in the tournament final. Prior to the match, reports indicated that neither team had trailed during the competition, and France had expressed an intent to seek revenge for a previous loss at the Euros.
Coverage from Al Jazeera, BBC, The Guardian, and MLSsoccer.com highlights the tactical buildup and the reaction following the result. Reporting notes the significance of the win, with De la Fuente describing the performance as a recapture of the country's 2010 spirit.
Attention now shifts to the other side of the bracket. According to reports from The Guardian, England is scheduled to face Argentina, with Rice set to start for England.
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Quick answers
Who won the World Cup semifinal between France and Spain?
Spain defeated France to reach the final.
What is the status of the remaining World Cup matches?
England and Argentina are scheduled to play in the next semifinal match.
What was notable about France and Spain's performance prior to the semifinal?
Neither team had trailed at any point during this year's World Cup.
Coverage (5)
- Spain recapture 2010 spirit after reaching World Cup final: De la Fuente Al Jazeera · 6h ago
- World Cup 2026: Reaction as Spain stun favourites France to reach final BBC · 6h ago
- World Cup 2026: France v Spain semi-final buildup; Rice set to start for England against Argentina The Guardian · 1d ago
- France ready to get ‘revenge for the Euros’ in World Cup semi-final against Spain The Guardian · 1d ago
- France vs. Spain: How to watch, stream 2026 FIFA World Cup semifinal MLSsoccer.com · 1d ago
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