Soccer-Spain beat France 2-0 to reach World Cup final
By ReutersReuters
ARLINGTON, Texas - European champions Spain beat France 2-0 in the World Cup semi-finals on Tuesday, producing a controlled display to book a place in Sunday's final.
• Mikel Oyarzabal opened the scoring from the penalty spot in the 22nd minute after Lucas Digne fouled Lamine Yamal in the box.
• Spain took command through their positional play after an even start, limiting France's chances and controlling the tempo.
• Pedro Porro doubled the lead in the 58th minute after a one-two with Dani Olmo sent him through to finish past Mike Maignan.
• Spain, World Cup winners in 2010, will seek their second title against England or Argentina at New York/New Jersey Stadium on Sunday.
(Reporting by Fernando Kallas, editing by Ed Osmond)
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This story was originally published July 14, 2026 at 2:06 PM.
