Spain Beats France 2-0 in World Cup Semi-Final

Spain advanced to the 2026 FIFA World Cup final after a 2‑0 win over France in the semi‑final held at Dallas’s AT&T Stadium on Sunday. Goals from Dani Olmo in the 23rd minute and a second‑half strike by Ferran Torres secured the victory, marking Spain’s first semi‑final appearance since 2010. The match, attended by over 80,000 spectators, saw France dominate possession but fail to convert chances, while Spain’s disciplined defense limited the French attack.

Spanish supporters celebrated the result, with many chanting “We’ve given the French a proper trashing,” while French fans expressed disappointment at the loss. The win sets up a final for Spain against the winner of the other semi‑final, while France will contest the third‑place playoff. Both teams now turn their focus to their upcoming matches as the tournament progresses toward its conclusion.