Spain Masterclass Flattens France to Reach Final
Spain booked their spot in the FIFA World Cup final with a superb 2-0 triumph over France in Dallas, Texas on Tuesday, 14 July.
Despite Didier Deschamps’ side starting as heavy favourites, Luis de la Fuente’s men produced a tactical clinic, combining collective cohesion with dominant midfield control.
The breakthrough arrived after 20 minutes when Lamine Yamal pressured Lucas Digne into committing a penalty, which Mikel Oyarzabal confidently converted. Shortly after the interval, Spain doubled their lead when Pedro Porro combined with Dani Olmo before finishing beautifully.
France offered little response. Kylian Mbappe was neutralised by a disciplined defence that secured Spain’s historic sixth clean sheet of the tournament. The defeat, which marked Deschamps’ final game in charge, left experts reflecting on the contrast between the two teams.
Former English Premier League winner Roy Keane remarked, “France were not playing as a team. Brilliant individuals not playing as a team.”
The victory extends Spain’s unbeaten streak to 37 matches, equalising Italy’s international record. La Roja now await either England or Argentina in their first final appearance since 2010.
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