Spain Defeats France 2-0 to Reach FIFA World Cup 2026 Final

Kathmandu. In the first semi-final match of the FIFA World Cup 2026, European powerhouse Spain registered a spectacular 2-0 victory over France to secure their place in the final. In a thrilling and high-pressure clash at the Dallas stadium, Spain ended France's dream of reaching the final for the third consecutive time.

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With this, Spain has managed to enter the World Cup final for the second time in their history. The Spanish team will now take the field for the title on Monday morning at 12:45 AM (Nepali time). Spain's final opponent will be decided from the second semi-final match between Argentina and England, which will be held on Thursday.

Spain's semi-final journey in World Cup history has remained 100% successful. Spain has reached the World Cup semi-finals only for the second time in its history and has succeeded in reaching the final by winning both times. Previously, in 2010, when they reached the semi-finals for the first time, Spain won the historic title by defeating the Netherlands 1-0 in extra time in the final clash held at the Soccer City Stadium in Johannesburg. With today's victory, Spain has also become the number one team in the world by adding 30.82 points in FIFA's live rankings, reaching a total of 1965.61 points.

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On the other hand, France's eighth semi-final journey in World Cup history has ended disappointingly. Previously, France had faced defeat in the semi-finals of 1958, 1982, and 1986, while winning in 1998, 2006, 2018, and 2022 to reach the final. However, on the Dallas field, the Spanish team stunned France. Despite France's continuous struggle to equalize, they could not penetrate Spain's impenetrable defense, which had conceded only one goal throughout this World Cup. The defeated France has now climbed to second place in the rankings with 1948.97 points.

In the 22nd minute of the match, Spain received a penalty opportunity. Mikel Oyarzabal easily converted the opportunity into a goal, giving Spain the initial lead. The first half ended with a score of 1-0.

In the second half, France intensified its attacks to make a comeback. However, in the 58th minute, Spain's defender Pedro Porro scored an excellent goal, making Spain's lead 2-0.

Spain will now take the field in the final on Monday with the aim of repeating the historic and glorious moment of Johannesburg, where its title clash is confirmed against the winner of the second semi-final between Argentina and England to be held on Thursday.