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Spain's defensive brilliance sends France packing to reach World Cup final

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Updated on Jul 15, 2026 03:01 am IST

Spain beat France 2-0 to reach FIFA World Cup final.

France vs Spain: ESP shut down Mbappe's FRA with 2-0 win to reach final

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France vs Spain LIVE Score, FIFA World Cup 2026: Follow Latest Updates

Updated on Jul 15, 2026 02:41 am IST

Two to tango: Messi, Bellingham headline an intriguing contest

Argentina's Leandro Paredes, Rodrigo De Paul and Lionel Messi during training at Atlanta United Training Centre, Marietta, Georgia. (REUTERS)

Updated on Jul 14, 2026 10:17 pm IST

Tuchel refuses to fuel England-Argentina rivalry ahead of World Cup semi-final

Thomas Tuchel plays down Argentina rivalry before blockbuster World Cup semi-final.

Updated on Jul 14, 2026 10:15 pm IST

A rivalry history refuses to leave behind

(FILES) Argentine legend Diego Maradona (centre) dribbles past three England defenders on June 22, 1986, in Mexico City during the World Cup quarterfinal. Maradona scored two goals, including the infamous ‘Hand of God’ goal. (AFP)

Published on Jul 14, 2026 09:48 pm IST

Rabiot breaks silence on his old Yamal comments before blockbuster WC semi-final

Lamine Yamal will be key for Spain vs France.

Updated on Jul 14, 2026 09:18 pm IST

Tom Cruise to make ‘special appearance’ at FIFA World Cup closing ceremony

Tom Cruise to attend the FIFA World Cup 2026 final.

Updated on Jul 14, 2026 09:05 pm IST

England youngster delivers ultimate Messi verdict before Argentina showdown

Lionel Messi has been in incredible form this FIFA World Cup 2026.

Updated on Jul 14, 2026 07:44 pm IST

Harry Kane rubbishes chatter of rift between Jude Bellingham and Thomas Tuchel

Harry Kane rubbishes talk of a rift between Jude Bellingham and Thomas Tuchel

Updated on Jul 14, 2026 07:13 pm IST

Thomas Tuchel told exactly how to stop Messi before England's World Cup SF

Lionel Messi #10 of Argentina runs with the ball during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Quarter Final match between Argentina and Switzerland at Kansas City

Updated on Jul 14, 2026 06:00 pm IST

Best attack vs best defence? That's not how France vs Spain will be decided

France will take on Spain on July 15 in Dallas

Updated on Jul 14, 2026 06:00 pm IST

Argentina's special request approved by FIFA gives England fresh reason to worry

Lionel Messi celebrates victory after the FIFA World Cup 2026 Quarter Final match between Argentina and Switzerland at Kansas City Stadium

Updated on Jul 15, 2026 12:01 am IST

France refuse to bite as Spain's mind games begin: 'Won't fall into their trap'

This combination of files photos created on July 12, 2026, shows France's forward #10 Kylian Mbappe; and Spain's forward #19 Lamine Yamal

Updated on Jul 14, 2026 07:55 am IST

Mbappe, Yamal and a midfield contest that could set them free

Spain's forward #19 Lamine Yamal (left); France's forward #10 Kylian Mbappe. (AFP)

Updated on Jul 14, 2026 07:29 am IST

Rob Dieperink cause of death: Dutch referee dies at 38 days after FIFA snub

Dutch football referee Rob Dieperink has died at the age of 38.

Published on Jul 14, 2026 09:00 am IST

No accidental semi-finalists in a Cup to remember

Argentina will face England in World Cup semifinals. (AP Photo)

Updated on Jul 13, 2026 10:50 pm IST

End of a cycle? Not quite for three World Cup semi-finalists

Spain's Lamine Yamal. (REUTERS)

Updated on Jul 13, 2026 10:44 pm IST

Mbappe and a World Cup of huge implications

Kylian Mbappe is in the race for the Golden Boot with Lionel Messi. (Getty Images via AFP)

Published on Jul 13, 2026 09:52 pm IST

France vs Spain: A classic in the making

France's forward Kylian Mbappe. (AFP)

Updated on Jul 14, 2026 10:38 am IST

Slaven Bilic returns as Croatia coach

Slaven Bilic will return as head coach of Croatia

Updated on Jul 13, 2026 09:27 pm IST

Harry Kane confirms ‘surreal’ round of golf with US President Donald Trump

Harry Kane's England face Argentina in the semis on Wednesday night.

Updated on Jul 13, 2026 09:00 pm IST

HistoriCity: How Sialkot’s footballs became an indispensable part of every FIFA World Cup

The Trionda Final is the official match ball unveiled by Adidas for the semi-finals and final at the FIFA World Cup. (AFP)

Published on Jul 13, 2026 04:16 pm IST

How FIFA World Cup 2026 is fuelling India's growing football obsession

The new adidas Trionda Final ball.

Updated on Jul 13, 2026 03:42 pm IST

'Messi was highly provocative': Egypt coach reignites World Cup storm

Lionel Messi #10 of Argentina during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 16 match between Argentina and Egypt at Atlanta Stadium on July 07

Updated on Jul 13, 2026 02:30 pm IST

Spain own the rivalry. France want revenge. Now comes the World Cup semifinal

This combination of files photos created on July 12, 2026, shows Spain's forward #19 Lamine Yamal (L); and France's forward #10 Kylian Mbappe

Updated on Jul 13, 2026 01:53 pm IST

World Cup semis predicted: Who makes the final and who falls short?

Which teams will make the World Cup 2026 final?

Updated on Jul 13, 2026 03:00 pm IST

‘Messi can be a weakness’: Rooney spots England's route past Argentina

Lionel Messi during the quarterfinal clash against Switzerland

Updated on Jul 13, 2026 11:15 am IST

France, Spain, Argentina, England: Four different routes to the World Cup Final

The captain of the four semifinal teams in the FIFA World Cup 2026.

Updated on Jul 13, 2026 11:21 am IST

Messi pays the price as Bellingham's WC surge reshapes FIFA Power Rankings

Lionel Messi looks on during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Quarter Final match between Argentina and Switzerland at Kansas City Stadium

Updated on Jul 13, 2026 09:45 am IST

Only one FIFA official cleared Balogun after red card, not committee

Folarin Balogun #20 of the United States warms up before the FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 16 match between USA and Belgium at Seattle Stadium

Updated on Jul 13, 2026 05:59 pm IST

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