Spain produced one of the standout performances of the tournament on Tuesday, defeating favourites France 2–0 in a commanding World Cup semi‑final that ended Les Bleus’ hopes of claiming a third global title.
A first‑half penalty from Mikel Oyarzabal and a sharp 58th‑minute finish from Pedro Porro sealed the European champions’ victory at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas, capping off a display that was as disciplined as it was ruthless.
France coach Didier Deschamps, who will step down after the tournament, admitted his side were second‑best. “The players are devastated because we had a lot of ambition,” he said. “But we also have to be realistic and acknowledge that today we were a notch below on the technical level against a team that controlled the game well.”
Spain had promised to attack France from the outset and delivered. Having already beaten Les Bleus in their previous two competitive meetings, La Roja once again imposed their tempo, pressed aggressively and dictated the rhythm throughout.
The result sends Spain into the World Cup final with momentum and belief, while France exit the tournament wondering how their title charge unravelled against a side that executed its game plan with near‑perfect precision.
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