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Spain's national team receives call from King Felipe VI after semifinal win

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 14, 2026, 10:54 PM

Last updated Jul 14, 2026

Spain's national team receives call from King Felipe VI after semifinal win
Summary

King Felipe VI called Spain's national team following their 2-0 victory over France in the World Cup semifinal on July 14 in Arlington, Texas. This win marks Spain's return to the World Cup final for the first time since 2010. Coach Luis de la Fuente expressed pride in the royal support and the unity it brings to the team. Spain aims to secure their second World Cup title in the upcoming final, which will be their most important match yet. There is no confirmation on whether the king will attend the final.

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  • •Spain defeats France 2-0 in World Cup semifinal.
  • •King Felipe VI shows support by calling the team after the win.
  • •Luis de la Fuente highlights national unity and pride.
  • •Spain seeks its second World Cup title in the upcoming final.
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  • 10:54 PMYahoo Sports — Spain's reward for World Cup semifinal win against France? Call from the king
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King Felipe VI has been a visible supporter of the Spanish team, attending their group-stage game against Uruguay.

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