Spain Defeats France 2-0 to Reach World Cup Final

Spain secured their place in the final of the 2026 FIFA World Cup by defeating France 2-0 in the first semi-final held on Tuesday in Arlington, Texas. This victory marks a significant achievement for La Roja, as they aim to reclaim their status after winning the World Cup in 2010 and being European champions.

Spain will now face the winner of the second semi-final between England and Argentina, scheduled for Wednesday. The defeat is a major disappointment for France and their head coach Didier Deschamps, who had hoped to reach the final.

Following this loss, France will compete in the third-place playoff against the losing team from the England vs. Argentina match.

The final of the 2026 FIFA World Cup is set to take place on Sunday at the New York, New Jersey stadium, officially known as MetLife Stadium, at 8 p.m. Nigerian time.