The first semifinal of the FIFA World Cup 2026 is set to take place today, with two European powerhouses, France and Spain, facing off against each other. The highly anticipated match will kick off at 12:45 AM Nepali time at the Dallas Stadium.
Both teams will be vying for a spot in the final, with France looking to make its third consecutive semifinal appearance. France defeated Morocco 2-0 in the quarterfinals, while Spain secured its spot in the semifinals by beating Belgium 2-1.
Both teams are currently undefeated in the tournament, with France having won all six of its matches and Spain having won five, with one draw. According to the FIFA rankings, Spain is currently ranked second, while France is ranked third.
France Seeks Revenge
For France, this match is not only about reaching the final but also about avenging its previous two losses to Spain. France lost to Spain 2-1 in the semifinals of the Euro 2024 and 5-4 in the semifinals of the UEFA Nations League 2025.
Spain, on the other hand, is looking to reach the final for the second time, having first achieved this feat in 2010. The winner of today’s match will go on to face the winner of the second semifinal match between Argentina and England in the final.
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