Didier Deschamps issues Kylian Mbappe injury update after scare before France vs Spain clash Striker is recovering from an ankle problem and trained separately on Monday Evening Standard · Jul 13
France boss Didier Deschamps insists Spain are favourites to reach World Cup final The France boss also predicted a spectacular encounter when his side come up against La Roja on Tuesday night The Independent UK · Jul 13
France and Spain prepare to face off in World Cup semi-final clash Two World Cup favourites will go head-to-head in the first semi-final of the 2026 competition on Tuesday as Les Bleus' star-studded line-up meets Spain's technically accomplished La Roja. France 24 · Jul 13
France, Spain collide for World Cup final berth with Deschamps chasing history France's attack led by Kylian Mbappe take on a technically accomplished Spain team in the first semi-final of the World Cup on Tuesday. Radio France Internationale · Jul 13
France unleashed: reinvention could earn Deschamps all-time great status The France head coach has found a way to get the best out of his glittering attack and has a second World Cup triumph in sight The Guardian - UK · Jul 13
France vs. Spain: Complete Head-to-Head Record Ahead of World Cup Clash The 39th meeting between two European heavyweights will decide who reaches the 2026 World Cup final. Sports Illustrated · Jul 13
Mbappé, Dembélé, Olise dazzle up front but Maignan makes it possible France's attacking trio - Kylian Mbappé, Ousmane Dembélé and Michael Olise - have dominated the World Cup headlines, scoring plenty of goals and dazzling fans with skilful moves and fast breaks past opposing defences. Meanwhile, at the other end of the pitch, goalkeeper Mike Maignan has laid the foundation that's… Radio France Internationale · Jul 13
France Predicted Lineup vs. Spain: World Cup Semifinal Didier Deschamps has a big decision to make in midfield with Aurélien Tchouaméni available. Sports Illustrated · Jul 13
World Cup 2026 Semi Final France vs. Spain Predictions and Picks France vs. Spain at AT&T Stadium: Mbappe's 8 goals lead our World Cup 2026 semi final France vs. Spain predictions, with France picked at +135. Sports Lens · Jul 13
How France and Spain’s World Cup clash of contrasts could decide football’s tactical future Much more than just attack against defence, the distinct identities of the two sides could create a compelling contest in Dallas The Independent UK · Jul 13
Spain braced to face France's firepower in World Cup semi-final Spain will attempt to neutralise one of the most potent attacking arsenals in World Cup history on Tuesday when they take on France in a heavyweight semi-final showdown. Radio France Internationale · Jul 12
The Contenders to Win the 2026 World Cup Golden Ball—Ranked The stars are shining in North America this summer. Sports Illustrated · Jul 12
France XI vs Spain: Starting lineup, confirmed team news, injury latest for World Cup semi-final Problems arose in midfield ahead of semi-final clash Evening Standard · Jul 12
France vs Spain: World Cup 2026 prediction, kick-off time, team news, TV, live stream, h2h results, odds today The first spot in the final up for grabs as tournament favourites and second-favourites face off Evening Standard · Jul 12
Euronews · Jul 12 Ex-Spanish PM Rajoy: French World Cup team is playing 'without Frenchmen' Rajoy's comment, an apparent reference to the fact that the French men's World Cup squad includes people who either have immigrant backgrounds or hail from former French colonies, sparked widespread condemnation.
Sports Illustrated · Jul 12 The Best Performance of the 2026 World Cup Quarterfinals France emphatically snapped Morocco’s 34-game unbeaten run to book its place in the final four.
Euronews · Jul 11 Spain score late winner to beat Belgium and set up clash with France Spain will now go on to face Didier Deschamps' France - arguably the tournament's standout performer so far - in Dallas in the semifinals on Tuesday.
Sports Illustrated · Jul 10 Why Spain’s Refusal to Follow 2026 World Cup Script Is Its Best Shot at Glory While Spain waits for Lamine Yamal to kick into high gear, Luis de la Fuente has been forced to rely on areas of the team without the same fizz and flash.
The Guardian - UK · Jul 10 Kylian Mbappé embraces leadership role for France to urge team humility Didier Deschamps’ decision to give the inspirational forward the captaincy has paid off with no complacency on their run to the semi-finals
The Guardian - UK · Jul 10 Mbappé and France are on the march. Who’s going to stop them? In today’s Football Daily: It’s Mbappé’s World Cup – we’re just watching it
France 24 · Jul 10 France book World Cup semi-final place with win over Morocco thanks to Mbappé, Dembélé Les Bleus advanced to the World Cup semi-finals for the third consecutive time on Thursday. Didier Deschamps' side struggled for the first 45 minutes against Morocco’s defence before making the breakthrough in the second half thanks to Kylian Mbappé and Ousmane Dembélé (2-0). They will face Spain or Belgium for…
International Business Times UK · Jul 10 Mbappé Redeemed Himself After Penalty Drama as France Moved One Step Closer to Another World Cup Final Kylian Mbappé overcame an early penalty miss to lead France to a 2-0 victory over Morocco, securing a spot in the World Cup semi-finals and showcasing his resilience under pressure.
Latin Times · Jul 10 Mbappé's Missed Penalty Becomes a Footnote as France Rolls Into the Final Four Mbappé missed a penalty, then scored and assisted as France beat Morocco 2-0 to reach a third straight World Cup semifinal.
The Economic Times · Jul 10 FIFA World Cup 2026: France beat Morocco 2-0 to reach semi-finals France secured a two-nil victory over Morocco in their World Cup quarter-final match. Kylian Mbappe scored a superb goal after missing an earlier penalty kick. Ousmane Dembele added a second goal for France six minutes later. This win propels France into the World Cup semi-finals against Belgium or Spain. The…
The Guardian - UK · Jul 10 Didier Deschamps hails ‘exemplary’ Kylian Mbappé as France reach World Cup semi-finals Didier Deschamps saluted the mentality of his captain after France beat Morocco 2-0 to reach the World Cup semi-finals