Spain Eliminates France 2-0 to Reach World Cup Final
July 14, 2026 · By yayscore Newsroom
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Spain secured their spot in the World Cup final with a decisive 2-0 victory over France in a tense semi-final encounter.
Spain defeated France 2-0 in a hard-fought semi-final, ending the French World Cup dream and advancing to the final. The match saw Spain capitalize on their chances, showcasing clinical finishing against a French side that struggled to convert possession into meaningful threats. This victory means Spain will compete for the World Cup trophy, while France exits the tournament at the semi-final stage.
The deadlock was broken in the 22nd minute when Mikel Oyarzabal converted a penalty, putting Spain in the lead. France's Adrien Rabiot had already received a yellow card in the 9th minute, indicating the early intensity of the game. Spain then doubled their advantage in the 58th minute with a goal from Pedro Porro, further solidifying their control over the match. France made multiple substitutions throughout the second half, including Rayan Cherki and Michael Olise, in an attempt to spark a comeback, but to no avail.
Despite France having 49% possession and making 10 total shots, including 3 on target, they failed to register a goal. Spain, with slightly more possession at 51%, also had 10 total shots, but their two shots on target both found the back of the net. The disciplined Spanish defense, coupled with timely goals, ultimately proved to be the difference. Kylian Mbappé received a late yellow card in the 86th minute, a sign of France's growing frustration.
This result sends Spain to the World Cup final, a significant achievement for their squad, highlighting their strong tournament performance. For France, it's a disappointing end to their World Cup campaign, as they fall short of reaching the ultimate stage. Spain will now prepare for the final, carrying the momentum from this impressive semi-final victory.