Jules Kounde Responds to Lamine Yamal Before France-Spain World Cup Clash
Summary
France and Spain will face each other in the 2026 FIFA men's World Cup semifinal on July 14. Spain’s young player Lamine Yamal expressed confidence in his team ahead of the match, while France defender Jules Koundé responded calmly, viewing Yamal’s words as motivation rather than disrespect.Key Facts
- The France vs. Spain World Cup semifinal is scheduled for July 14, 2026.
- Spain recently beat Belgium in the quarterfinal.
- Spain's Lamine Yamal said Spain has beaten France twice recently and sees no reason to fear them.
- Jules Koundé, a French defender, said Yamal’s comments show confidence and are motivating.
- Spain defeated France in the semifinals of the 2024 European Championship and 2025 UEFA Nations League.
- Spain won the 2024 European Championship but lost the 2025 Nations League final to Portugal.
- Spain last won the men’s World Cup in 2010.
- France is aiming for its third straight World Cup final after winning in 2018 and finishing second in 2022.
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