Spain secures World Cup final spot, defeats France 2-0 in semifinal
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 14, 2026, 11:14 PM
Last updated Jul 14, 2026
Spain defeated France 2-0 in the World Cup semifinal on July 14, advancing to the final. Pedro Porro scored the second goal in the 58th minute, displaying Spain's strong performance against a previously powerful French team. France faces disappointment, unable to score in a match for the first time in over a year. Kylian Mbappé, previously a standout performer, was neutralized by Spain's defense. Both teams will continue, with France set to play in the third place match against the loser of the England-Argentina semifinal.
- •Spain wins the semifinal against France 2-0.
- •Pedro Porro scored his second World Cup goal.
- •France failed to score for the first time in over a year.
- •Next, France will play in the third place match.
- •Spain will contest the final on July 19.
- 11:14 PMYahoo Sports — Winners and losers of Spain vs. France 2026 World Cup semifinal match
"Pedro Porro, Didier Deschamps and Dallas are among the winners and losers of the World Cup semifinals match where Spain ousted France 2-0.
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