France vs Spain Highlights, FIFA World Cup 2026 semi-final: Spain outplay France to make it to World Cup final

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The numbers tell the story of a clinical Spanish display. France matched Spain for shots and even had more efforts on target, but La Roja were ruthless when it mattered, converting their two shots on target into two goals to book a place in the FIFA World Cup 2026 final.

De la Fuente's unbeaten run rolls on

Spain are one win away from football immortality.

Already European champions, La Roja will now have the chance to add the FIFA World Cup 2026 crown after a commanding 2-0 victory over France. Under Luis de la Fuente, Spain continue to set new standards for consistency on the biggest stage.

The Spain coach remains unbeaten in major tournaments, extending his remarkable run to 14 matches across the European Championship and the World Cup. Of those, Spain have won 13, the longest unbeaten streak by any manager in World Cup and European Championship history. The final now awaits, with one last hurdle standing between Spain and a historic world title.

The final whistle marks the end of an extraordinary chapter in French football. Didier Deschamps signs off after 14 years in charge, but there is no fairytale ending. Spain were the better side from start to finish, with Mikel Oyarzabal's penalty and Pedro Porro's second-half strike sending La Roja into the FIFA World Cup 2026 final. France now begin a new era, while Spain move one step closer to global glory.

It's all over in Dallas, and Spain are through to the FIFA World Cup 2026 final. First-half goals from Mikel Oyarzabal, from the penalty spot, and Pedro Porro proved enough to end France's hopes. Luis de la Fuente's side dominated for long spells, while Les Bleus struggled to create clear-cut chances despite the presence of Kylian Mbappe. Spain will now face the winner of England vs Argentina in Sunday's final.

France finally force Unai Simon into action. Ousmane Dembele unleashes a powerful effort from inside the box, but the Spain goalkeeper reacts brilliantly to palm it away. It is a magnificent save that keeps La Roja's two-goal cushion intact with the final whistle fast approaching.

Seven minutes have been added on, giving France one final chance to salvage their World Cup hopes. Rayan Cherki finally comes to life with a clever pass towards Kylian Mbappe, but Marc Cucurella reads the danger brilliantly to cut it out. The Spain left-back has been immense throughout the semifinal.

A late flashpoint inside the France penalty area as Lamine Yamal goes down under pressure from Theo Hernandez. Spain appeal for a penalty, but referee Ivan Barton is unmoved, judging the shoulder-to-shoulder challenge to be fair as play continues.

France are handed a late opportunity from a dangerous free-kick, but Kylian Mbappe cannot make it count. The captain's effort sails well over the crossbar, drawing groans from the French fans as another chance goes begging. With time running out, Les Bleus are rapidly running out of answers.

France's frustrations boil over as Kylian Mbappe goes into the referee's book after catching Unai Simon while challenging for the ball. The foul hands Spain a free-kick deep inside their own half, and the yellow card sums up a difficult night for the France captain as time continues to slip away.

Luis de la Fuente continues to manage the closing stages with a double substitution. Marcos Llorente replaces goalscorer Pedro Porro, while Nico Williams comes on for Alex Baena as Spain add fresh legs with one eye firmly on the FIFA World Cup final.

Spain should have put the semifinal beyond doubt. Ferran Torres rises highest to meet a cross but directs his close-range header wide of the post. It is a glaring miss from the substitute, with France handed a lifeline they can scarcely believe.

Luis de la Fuente freshens up his midfield with two changes as Spain edge closer to the World Cup final. Mikel Merino replaces Dani Olmo, while Pedri comes on for Fabian Ruiz, adding fresh legs for the closing stages as La Roja look to see out their two-goal advantage.

Spain make their first change of the evening as goalscorer Mikel Oyarzabal makes way for Ferran Torres. Oyarzabal leaves to warm applause after opening the scoring from the penalty spot and leading the line superbly, with Torres now tasked with helping La Roja see out their place in the FIFA World Cup final.

Following the hydration break, Didier Deschamps makes two bold substitutions. Theo Hernandez replaces Lucas Digne, while Rayan Cherki comes on for the surprisingly withdrawn Michael Olise. With France two goals down, Les Bleus are throwing fresh attacking options onto the pitch in a bid to rescue their World Cup dream.

Lamine Yamal curls a brilliant finish beyond Mike Maignan and wheels away in celebration, only for the assistant referee's flag to go up immediately. The decision is sure to spark debate, with replays suggesting it was an extremely tight call. France survive another scare, while Spain are left wondering what might have been.

Lamine Yamal thinks he has made it three with a sublime curling finish, only for the assistant referee's flag to go up immediately. The Spain star can only wag his finger in disbelief after the effort is ruled out for offside. France escape again, with Lucas Digne once more struggling to contain the teenage winger.

Spain are producing football of the highest quality. Dani Olmo threads a perfectly weighted pass into the path of Pedro Porro, who keeps his composure and slots past Mike Maignan to double La Roja's lead. France are being picked apart, and Luis de la Fuente's side are now firmly in control of this World Cup semifinal.

WATCH THE GOAL

Didier Deschamps makes another attacking switch, introducing Desire Doue in place of Bradley Barcola. The young forward looks fired up as he sprints onto the pitch, eager to inject fresh energy into France's attack with Les Bleus still searching for an equaliser.

Spain should be two goals ahead. Mikel Oyarzabal finds space inside the box but cannot keep his effort down, firing over the crossbar from a promising position. France survive another scare as Didier Deschamps' side continue to live dangerously early in the second half.