Spain advances to World Cup final after defeating France in Arlington
Goals from Mikel Oyarzabal and Pedro Porro dismantle French favourites as Spain prepares to face Argentina or England in New Jersey.
Spain has secured their place in the final of the 2026 FIFA World Cup following a decisive 2-0 victory over France in the semi-final. The match, contested on Tuesday, 14 July 2026, at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas, saw the European champions dismantle a French side widely regarded as a favourite for the title.
The outcome of the contest was determined by two goals from Mikel Oyarzabal and Pedro Porro. Their performance ensured Spain’s progression to the championship match, effectively ending the tournament campaign for France. The result marks a significant shift in the tournament’s trajectory, removing one of the primary contenders for the trophy.
France will now turn their attention to the third-place match, scheduled for Saturday in Miami Gardens, Florida. This fixture will see the French team compete against the loser of the semi-final between Argentina and England. The specific time for this contest has not been provided in the available match data.
Spain’s path to the final concludes with a championship match set for Sunday in New Jersey. They will face the winner of the Argentina versus England semi-final to determine the 2026 World Cup champion. The venue in New Jersey will host the culmination of the tournament, which is being held across North America.
The 2026 FIFA World Cup continues to draw global attention as it moves toward its final stages. With Spain confirmed as finalists, the focus now shifts to the remaining semi-finalists and the logistical preparations for the championship event in New Jersey.
