Two European heavyweights will collide on Tuesday, July 14, for a coveted place in the 2026 FIFA World Cup final.
The semifinal at Dallas Stadium in Arlington, Texas, US, will feature France and Spain, two of the tournament favorites, with Les Bleus aiming for a third consecutive World Cup final and Luis de la Fuente’s side interested in reaching its first final since lifting the trophy back in 2010.
France vs Spain Odds
| Moneyline | Odds |
|---|---|
| France | -150 |
| Spain | +132 |
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France vs Spain Time, Date, Where to Watch
- Date: Tuesday, July 14
- Time: 3:00 p.m. ET / 12:00 p.m. PT
- Place: Dallas Stadium in Arlington, Texas
- Where to Watch: FOX, FOX One, FOX Sports
France Looked Complete All-Around
So far, Didier Deschamps’ side has looked the most complete among the qualified teams, making it into the semifinals after scoring victories against Senegal, Iraq and Norway in the group stage. They also eliminated Sweden, Paraguay and Morocco in the knockout rounds.
France have won every match in regulation time and are now eager to make their third straight appearance at a World Cup.
Kylian Mbappé has been the tournament’s standout performer, scoring eight goals and scoring in every round, while Ousmane Dembélé has provided another major attacking threat.
France’s offense, however, was not the only one to shine at the World Cup, as their defense strategy conceded very few chances throughout the competition.
The Reigning European Champs to Put Up a Fight
On the other hand, Spain will enter the semifinal as the reigning European champion. After opening the tournament with a draw against Cape Verde, Luis de la Fuente’s side has gathered momentum with knockout victories over Austria, Portugal and Belgium.
Spain boast a strong possession-based style, led in particular by midfield stars Rodri and Pedri.
France coach Didier Deschamps has acknowledged that controlling midfield will be essential against Spain’s possession game. Midfielder Aurélien Tchouaméni will be available despite dealing with a hamstring problem, giving France yet another option in central midfield.
During their recent matchups, Spain has enjoyed recent success against France, scoring victories in both the UEFA Euro 2024 semifinal and the UEFA Nations League semifinal.
Nonetheless, Deschamps has made sure to downplay those previous meetings, arguing that both teams have considerably evolved since they last met.
France vs Spain Prediction
Without a doubt, this matchup will reunite the tournament’s two strongest squads. While betting markets make France a slight favorite, several analytical models also give Les Bleus a narrow edge to reach the final.
Ultimately, France’s balance between defensive organization and explosive attacking talent could prove decisive in what is expected to be a tight semifinal.
Pick: France to Win