World Cup 2026: Spain deliver masterclass to knock out favourites France and reach final

Sport Issued on: 14/07/2026 - 23:01Modified: 14/07/2026 - 23:09 1 min Reading time By: Spain's Pedro Porro celebrates scoring their second goal against France at the Dallas Stadium. © Hannah McKay, Reuters European champions Spain scored a goal in each half to defeat favourites France at the Dallas Stadium on Tuesday and book a place in the World Cup final, where they will face the winner of the other semi-final between England and Argentina. Mikel Oyarzabal scored from the penalty spot in the 22nd minute after Spain teenager Lamine Yamal drew a foul with a heady play as Spain took a 1-0 lead over France at half-time on Tuesday in the World Cup semifinals. France defender Lucas Digne was trying to collect the ball after an awkward bounce when Yamal, a day after his 19th birthday, raced in