Spain’s men’s national soccer team secured a spot in the 2026 FIFA World Cup final after defeating France 2-0 in their semi-final clash at Dallas Stadium on Tuesday, July 14, 2026. The mature performance by the reigning European champions marks their first return to the tournament’s ultimate match since their historic championship win in 2010.
Luis de la Fuente’s side dictated the pace from the outset, breaking the deadlock in the 22nd minute when Mikel Oyarzabal converted a penalty. Spain consolidated their dominance in the second half as defender Pedro Porro doubled the lead in the 58th minute with a clinical strike, capitalizing on France’s defensive vulnerabilities.
Despite boasting a formidable attacking lineup led by captain Kylian Mbappé, Didier Deschamps’ France side struggled to break through Spain’s highly organized defensive shape. The defeat ends France’s bid to reach a third consecutive World Cup final. Meanwhile, Spain heads into the final riding a historic 37-match unbeaten streak in regular time dating back to March 2024. They will face either England or Argentina in the final in New York.
