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HighLights
  1. Kylian Mbappe starts for France after recovering from a minor ankle issue.
  2. Spain have named an unchanged starting XI, with Pedri beginning the semifinal on the bench.
  3. France bring Aurelien Tchouameni and Bradley Barcola back into the starting lineup for the blockbuster clash.

It's time for one of the biggest matches of the FIFA World Cup 2026 as France lock horns with Spain for a place in the grand final. With several stars going to ply their trade in this contest, fans can expect a brilliant display of skills and phenomenal goals.

France have enjoyed a dominant run to the semi-finals. Didier Deschamps' side defeated Sweden in the Round of 32 before edging past Paraguay and Morocco in the knockout rounds to keep their World Cup dream alive.

Spain, meanwhile, have looked equally impressive. La Roja comfortably saw off Austria before eliminating Portugal and Belgium to book their place in the last four. Luis de la Fuente's men remain unbeaten and will be aiming to continue their impressive run. The lineups are out now as both teams look to grab a win and book their place in the finals.

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Spain Team News

Spain have kept an unchanged lineup with Pedri starting on the substitutes' bench for the crucial encounter. Unai Simón continues in goal behind a back four of Pedro Porro, Pau Cubarsi, Aymeric Laporte and Marc Cucurella.

Captain Rodri will marshal the midfield alongside Fabian Ruiz, while Lamine Yamal, Dani Olmo and Alex Baena will support striker Mikel Oyarzabal in attack.

France Team News

France have named a strong starting XI with Kylian Mbappe leading the attack once again. The Real Madrid superstar, who is currently the tournament's top scorer, will be joined by Bradley Barcola, Michael Olise and Ousmane Dembele in a dangerous frontline.

William Saliba and Dayot Upamecano continue their partnership at the heart of the defence, while Mike Maignan starts between the posts. Aurélien Tchouaméni has returned to the starting XI after his injury.

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France Starting XI

Maignan; Kounde, Upamecano, Saliba, Digne; Rabiot, Tchouameni; Dembele, Olise, Barcola; Mbappe ©.

Spain Starting XI

Unai Simon; Pedro Porro, Pau Cubarsi, Aymeric Laporte, Marc Cucurella; Rodri ©, Fabian Ruiz; Lamine Yamal, Dani Olmo, Alex Baena; Mikel Oyarzabal.


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