Here’s the latest update from the ongoing FIFA World Cup as of 2026-07-15 13:52:00.
On July 14, 2026, Spain showcased an impressive performance against France, winning 2-0 to secure a spot in the FIFA World Cup 2026 final. La Roja took advantage of a shaky first half from Les Bleus, starting the scoring in the 22nd minute. Lamine Yamal’s quick thinking led to a penalty, which Mikel Oyarzabal expertly converted.
Spain maintained control as the game progressed, doubling their lead in the 58th minute. Pedro Porro executed a perfect one-two with Dani Olmo, finishing coolly to seal the match. With this victory, Spain will now compete for their second World Cup title against either England or Argentina, while France faces disappointment after missing the final for the first time in three tournaments.
Player Ratings: Spain
Manager Rating
Luis de la Fuente, 9 — His strategic pre-match preparation shone through; minimal changes were necessary during the match.
Player Ratings
GK Unai Simón, 7 — A few nervous moments, but he effectively dealt with threats, including a key defensive play against Kylian Mbappé.
DF Pedro Porro, 9 — Solid defensively and finished beautifully after linking with Olmo.
DF Pau Cubarsí, 9 — Excellent defensive awareness, shutting down key French attacks.
DF Aymeric Laporte, 9 — Commanded the defense, cutting off key passes effectively.
DF Marc Cucurella, 9 — Contributed to the penalty situation and defended well.
MF Rodri, 9 — Dominated the midfield, crucial to Spain’s control.
FW Mikel Oyarzabal, 8 — Clinical from the penalty spot and effective in holding play.
Player Ratings: France
Manager Rating
Didier Deschamps, 4 — Struggled to adapt tactics during the match, unable to make impactful changes.
Player Ratings
GK Mike Maignan, 5 — Erratic in buildup play; defensively exposed.
DF Lucas Digne, 2 — Poor decision-making led to the penalty and further issues.
FW Kylian Mbappé, 4 — Lacked impact and was frustrated throughout the match.
FAQs
Which teams will Spain face in the World Cup final?
Spain will compete against either England or Argentina in the final.
What was the date of the France vs. Spain match?
The match took place on July 14, 2026.
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- Source: www.espn.com – SOCCER
- Published: 2026-07-15 13:52:00
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