France and Spain have dominated this World Cup, but only one can reach the final
Summary
France and Spain will play each other in a World Cup semifinal match in Arlington, Texas. Both teams have strong records in the tournament, with France’s Kylian Mbappé and Spain’s young player Lamine Yamal leading their teams. Only one of these teams can advance to the final held in New Jersey.Key Facts
- France and Spain are meeting in a World Cup semifinal on Tuesday in Arlington, Texas.
- France has scored 14 goals and conceded 2 so far, with Mbappé scoring 8 goals.
- Mbappé has 20 goals in 20 World Cup games and is close to tying Messi’s career World Cup goal record.
- Spain’s teen player Lamine Yamal recently turned 19 and has scored one goal while recovering from a hamstring injury.
- Spain has scored 10 goals and conceded 1 in this World Cup so far, with late goals from substitute Mikel Merino.
- Spain’s goalkeeper Unai Simón held a World Cup record of 650 minutes without conceding a goal until recently.
- Both teams have faced each other twice in recent semifinal matches, with Spain winning both times.
- The World Cup final will be Sunday in New Jersey, with Argentina vs. England playing the other semifinal.
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