Spain Makes World Cup History With Shutout Win Over France in Semifinal
Summary
Spain won 2-0 against France in the 2026 World Cup semifinal in Arlington, Texas. This victory puts Spain in the final for the first time in 16 years, with strong defense playing a key role.Key Facts
- Spain scored two goals: one from a penalty by Mikel Oyarzabal and one by Pedro Porro.
- The penalty came after French defender Lucas Digne fouled Spain's Lamine Yamal inside the penalty box.
- Spain's defense prevented France, with stars like Kylian Mbappe, from scoring despite many attempts.
- Spain has allowed only one goal in seven games and has kept a clean sheet in the last six matches.
- This performance set a new record for most shutouts (games without conceding a goal) in a World Cup.
- Spain won their only previous World Cup title in 2010 and are also the current European champions.
- The World Cup final will be held on July 19 in East Rutherford, New Jersey.
- Spain will face either Argentina, the defending champions, or England in the final.
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