The FIFA World Cup 2026 reaches its final four with a blockbuster European showdown as Spain face France in the first semifinal. The match will be played at Dallas Stadium (AT&T Stadium), Arlington, Texas, with the winner advancing to the World Cup final against either Argentina or England. Both teams have been among the tournament’s standout performers, making this clash one of the most anticipated matches of the competition.
Match Details
- Match: Spain vs France
- Tournament: FIFA World Cup 2026 â Semifinal
- Date: Tuesday, July 14, 2026
- Venue: Dallas Stadium (AT&T Stadium), Arlington, Texas, USA
- Kick-off: 2:00 PM (Dallas) / 8:00 PM BST / 9:00 PM CEST
- Nepal Time: 12:45 AM NPT (Wednesday, July 15)
Spain vs France Kick-off Time in Asian Countries
| Country | Kick-off Time |
|---|---|
| Nepal | 12:45 AM (July 15) |
| India | 12:30 AM (July 15) |
| Pakistan | 12:00 AM (July 15) |
| Bangladesh | 1:00 AM (July 15) |
| Sri Lanka | 12:30 AM (July 15) |
| Bhutan | 12:45 AM (July 15) |
| Myanmar | 1:00 AM (July 15) |
| Thailand | 2:00 AM (July 15) |
| Vietnam | 2:00 AM (July 15) |
| Indonesia (Jakarta) | 2:00 AM (July 15) |
| Malaysia | 3:00 AM (July 15) |
| Singapore | 3:00 AM (July 15) |
| Philippines | 3:00 AM (July 15) |
| China | 3:00 AM (July 15) |
| Japan | 4:00 AM (July 15) |
| South Korea | 4:00 AM (July 15) |
Team News
Spain
Spain have enjoyed another outstanding tournament under Luis de la Fuente and have conceded just one goal on their way to the semifinals. The midfield trio of Rodri, Pedri, and Dani Olmo has controlled matches throughout the competition, while teenage sensation Lamine Yamal continues to impress. Captain Ălvaro Morata remains unavailable, leaving Mikel Oyarzabal expected to lead the attack.
France
France enter the semifinal with six consecutive victories and the tournament’s most prolific attack, having scored 16 goals. Kylian MbappĂ© has been in sensational form, while Ousmane DembĂ©lĂ©, Michael Olise, and DĂ©sirĂ© DouĂ© have provided pace and creativity in support. Defender Ibrahima KonatĂ© said France respect Spain’s quality but do not fear their opponents ahead of the semifinal.
Players to Watch
Spain
- Lamine Yamal
- Rodri
- Pedri
- Mikel Oyarzabal
France
- Kylian Mbappé
- Ousmane Dembélé
- Michael Olise
- William Saliba
Predicted Lineups
Spain (4-2-3-1):
Unai SimĂłn; Pedro Porro, Pau CubarsĂ, Aymeric Laporte, Marc Cucurella; Rodri, Pedri; Lamine Yamal, Dani Olmo, Ălex Baena; Mikel Oyarzabal.
France (4-2-3-1):
Mike Maignan; Jules Koundé, Dayot Upamecano, William Saliba, Lucas Digne; Manu Koné, Adrien Rabiot; Michael Olise, Ousmane Dembélé, Désiré Doué; Kylian Mbappé.
Head-to-Head
Spain and France have met 38 times in international football.
- Spain wins: 18
- France wins: 13
- Draws: 7
Spain have won the last two major knockout meetings between the sides, including the UEFA Euro 2024 semifinal and the 2025 UEFA Nations League semifinal.
Prediction
This semifinal has all the ingredients of a World Cup classic. Spain’s possession-based football and disciplined defence will be tested by France’s explosive pace in transition led by MbappĂ© and DembĂ©lĂ©. Opta’s pre-match simulations give France a slight edge to reach the final, but the margin is expected to be extremely close.
Prediction: Spain 1-2 France
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