Spain defeated France 2-0 in a World Cup semifinal match played in Dallas on Wednesday, advancing to the tournament final with a controlled performance that highlighted midfield dominance and defensive solidity. The result eliminates one of the pre-tournament favorites and sets up a title match on Sunday against the winner of the England-Argentina semifinal.
Spain took control from the start, maintaining possession and applying high pressure to limit French attacking opportunities. Mikel Oyarzabal opened the scoring in the 22nd minute from the penalty spot after Lamine Yamal was fouled in the box. Pedro Porro added a second goal in the 58th minute, assisted by Dani Olmo, to secure the outcome.
Rodri and Olmo anchored the Spanish midfield, with Olmo completing 29 of 30 passes. Nico Williams created repeated threats on the left flank. France, led by Kylian Mbappé, struggled to generate meaningful chances and failed to mount a significant comeback despite late efforts.
The victory marks Spain's first appearance in a World Cup final since 2010. England and Argentina are scheduled to face each other later on Wednesday in Atlanta at 3 p.m. Eastern time.
Spain took control from the start, maintaining possession and applying high pressure to limit French attacking opportunities. Mikel Oyarzabal opened the scoring in the 22nd minute from the penalty spot after Lamine Yamal was fouled in the box. Pedro Porro added a second goal in the 58th minute, assisted by Dani Olmo, to secure the outcome.
Rodri and Olmo anchored the Spanish midfield, with Olmo completing 29 of 30 passes. Nico Williams created repeated threats on the left flank. France, led by Kylian Mbappé, struggled to generate meaningful chances and failed to mount a significant comeback despite late efforts.
The victory marks Spain's first appearance in a World Cup final since 2010. England and Argentina are scheduled to face each other later on Wednesday in Atlanta at 3 p.m. Eastern time.