Spain advances to World Cup final after defeating France 2-0
ESPN • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 14, 2026, 10:08 PM
Last updated Jul 14, 2026
Spain secured a place in the FIFA World Cup final by defeating France 2-0 in a semifinal match held in Arlington, Texas, on Tuesday. This victory marks Spain's third consecutive win against France, showcasing their dominance in this matchup. Spain controlled the game and capitalized on key opportunities to score, effectively ending France's hopes of reaching a third straight final. The victory sets the stage for Spain's quest for the title on the world stage.
- •Spain won 2-0 against France in the semifinal.
- •Match took place on July 14 in Arlington, Texas.
- •This victory is Spain's third straight win vs. France.
- •Spain advances to the World Cup final.
- 10:03 PMESPN — Spain end France's bid for 3rd-straight WC final
"Spain beat France 2-0 in their FIFA World Cup semifinal in Arlington, Texas, on Tuesday to make it three wins in a row against their European heavyweight rival.
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