End of incredible Deschamps era as France exit World Cup with a whimper

Didier Deschamps' long, storied career with France will come to an end not how he would have wanted it - in Saturday's World Cup third-place play-off.

With World Cup Semifinals Starting During the U.S. Workday, Fans Get Creative

FIFA has scheduled both semifinal matches for 3 p.m. Eastern time on Tuesday and Wednesday, when many viewers in the United States will be working.

By Neil Vigdor

Spain reach second World Cup final with comfortable win over France

Spanish players put on calm and controlled display in 2-0 victory over the tournament favourites

Spain stun France to reach World Cup 2026 final

France had entered the showdown as the overwhelming favorites for the tournament after a dazzling, goal-laden run to the semi-finals but failed to score in the 2-0 match on Tuesday. Spain will now face either Argentina or England in Sunday's final in New Jersey.

‘Amazing’ Spain are peaking at right time for World Cup final, claims De la Fuente

Coach warns his team they still need to improve Deschamps implies referee not ‘at the level required’ A delighted Luis de la Fuente warned that Spain were peaking at the right time after comfortably beating France 2-0 and progressing to their first World Cup final since 2010. Spain completely outplayed their highly fancied opponents, scoring in each half through Mikel Oyarzabal’s penalty and a well-worked Pedro Porro goal. It is a far cry from their grim goalless draw with Cape Verde in the...

By Nick Ames at Dallas Stadium

Spain sparkles to shock France 2-0 and advance to the World Cup final

Spain is back in the World Cup final for the first time since 2010. That's also when Spain won its only World Cup title. France had hoped to reach the final for the third straight tournament.

By Russell Lewis

Mbappe blames technical, tactical blunders for World Cup semifinal loss

France striker admits Spain controlled the game and made them pay for errors in the semifinal in Dallas.

David Beckham goes full cowboy in Dallas before Spain's World Cup semifinal victory

David Beckham posted a white cowboy hat photo in Dallas, and "Yellowstone" star Cole Hauser called him a "Texas gangster" ahead of the semifinal.

2010 World Cup champions Spain to play in Sunday final against Argentina or England

Mikel Oyarzabal scored from the penalty spot after a heady play by teenager Lamine Yamal, Pedro Porro added another goal and Spain advanced to its first World Cup final since winning in 2010 with a 2-0 victory over France on Tuesday in Arlington, Texas.

Scottish traffic cone welcomed in Boston after World Cup friendship

The World Cup's obsession with Scotland fans and traffic cones continues as a witch's hat from Glasgow receives an official welcome from dignitaries in Boston.

World Cup 2026: In Dallas, Spanish supporters celebrate their team's victory over France

Spain have just won their World Cup semi-final against France. In the FIFA fan zone in Dallas, Spanish supporters celebrated this 2-0 victory.

By FRANCE24

How an unlikely Spain source stunned France to clinch World Cup final berth

France 0-2 Spain: Mikel Oyarzabal and Pedro Porro’s goals downed Mbappe and a glittering France side in Dallas to show signs of history repeating itself for the European champions

By Richard Jolly

How Luis de la Fuente used Rodri and Ruiz to help Spain upset France at the World Cup

ARLINGTON, TEXAS — A World Cup semifinal match-up of the second- and third-ranked teams in men's soccer pitted the last two reigning Ballon d'Or winners and two of the best playmakers of the game against each other on Tuesday in Texas, and the best team won.

Watch: Riots erupt in France after 0-2 FIFA World Cup semifinal defeat to Spain

France's 2026 FIFA World Cup journey concluded with a semifinal loss to Spain. Viral social media claims of widespread riots across France following the defeat . Thousands of disappointed fans gathered in public squares and fan zones after the match. Spain secured a 2-0 victory, ending France's hopes of a third World Cup title. The team's attacking cohesion and Kylian Mbappé's performance were key discussion points.

By TOI SPORTS DESK

World Cup Final Halftime Adds New York Philharmonic and Venezuela’s Simón Bolívar Symphony Orchestra, to Be Conducted by Gustavo Dudamel (EXCLUSIVE)

The FIFA World Cup Final Halftime Show keeps getting bigger. Variety has exclusively learned that the event will now also include members of the New York Philharmonic and the Simón Bolívar Symphony Orchestra of Venezuela, who will jointly perform a tribute to Venezuela in the wake of its recent devastating earthquakes. Gustavo Dudamel, the outgoing […]

By Varietyschneider

Did referee rob France of a World Cup final spot? Deschamps questions after Spain defeat

FIFA World Cup Final Adds a Tom Cruise Special Appearance and Jennifer Hudson National Anthem

The July 19 event has already lined up a halftime show that will include Madonna, BTS, Justin Bieber and Shakira.

By Alex Weprin

Majestic Spain stun France to reach FIFA World Cup final

Spain stunned tournament favourites France 2-0 to reach the World Cup final on Tuesday, producing a tactical masterpiece to shatter Les Bleus’ dreams of winning the title for the third time. A first-half penalty from Mikel Oyarzabal and a 58th-minute Pedro Porro goal sealed an utterly clinical victory for the European champions at the AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas. Spain, World Cup winners in 2010, will now face either Argentina or England in Sunday’s final in New Jersey. France had entere...

By none@none.com (AFP)

Spain’s anaconda grip crushes French World Cup dream

From the opening whistle, the Spaniards wrapped themselves around France like an anaconda, tightening their grip with every wave of pressing and every spell of possession.

Spain shuts down Mbappe's France, advances to the World Cup final with a 2-0 victory

ARLINGTON, Texas (AP) -- Spain's defensive prowess and swagger were just too much for an attacking trio led by France great Kylian Mbappe, and just enough to get the 2010 champions into another World Cup final. The Spanish team managed a record sixth shutout in seven games so far, winning 2-0 in the semifinals Tuesday against one of the most prolific scorers in World Cup history. Teenager Lamine Yamal certainly was correct when he said France should fear Spain. That despite FIFA's top-ranked tea

By The Korea Herald

Spain outclass France to advance to 2026 World Cup final

Spain delivered a masterclass in ruthlessness to outwit France 2-0 on Tuesday in Dallas and move into the final of the 2026 World Cup.

By Paul Myers

Watch: Porro, Oyarzabal take Spain to World Cup final with decisive 2-0 win against France

France's hopes of a third World Cup title were thwarted by a textbook performance by the reigning European champions.

World Cup 2026 semi-final: France v Spain updates

France and Spain meet in the first of the 2026 World Cup semi-finals. Watch live on RTÉ2 and RTÉ Player.

Tom Cruise & IShowSpeed Among Names Set To Perform At World Cup Closing Ceremony

FIFA said this afternoon that Tom Cruise, Laura Pausini, Nicole Scherzinger, Robbie Williams, and internet streamer IShowSpeed will be among the names that will perform as part of the World Cup closing ceremony.  The closing ceremony will take place on Sunday, 19 July, at MetLife Stadium. The organization didn’t elaborate on what any of the […]

By Zac Ntim

Joe in NYC | 'The Geek Squad' save the day | Dan McDonnell's rooftop World Cup recap | Broadway outlay 🗽

Joe presents today’s podcast from New York City, joined transatlantically by Ronan & Will at Independent House to talk about his eventful travels and travails. Joe also catches up with Dan McDonnell on a Manhattan rooftop to discuss his wideranging World Cup experience to date.Football coverage on the Indo Sport podcast is sponsored by Sky Sports.

Haiti part ways with coach Migne after World Cup campaign

OpenAI's ChatGPT showing Kalshi’s World Cup predictions: report

Laura Pausini to perform at World Cup closing ceremony

(ANSA) - ROME, JUL 14 - Italy's Laura Pausini will be among the stars of the ceremony at the MetLife Stadium in New Jersey before the World Cup final on Sunday. The Grammy-winning artist will perform Desire, FIFA's new anthem, with Nicole Scherzinger and Robbie Williams. Pausini sings the Spanish-language part of the song. "After performing it together for the first time in New York last year, we will return to that stage for another unforgettable moment celebrating the power of music, footba...

By ANSA

Spain eliminate World Cup favourites France to reach first final since 2010

Didier Deschamps’ hopes of a third successive final were dashed by a disappointing display.

World Cup Closing Ceremony to Feature Jennifer Hudson, Nicole Scherzinger & More

Tom Cruise will also be making a special appearance.

By Anna Chan

Spain blanks favoured France to advance to World Cup final

Spain is ​headed back to ⁠the World ⁠Cup final for the ​second time after denying France a third straight appearance following a 2-0 victory in ​a semifinal in Arlington, Texas, on Tuesday.

World Cup Auction Features Signed Jerseys, Shakira Outfit, and More

This World Cup has shaped up to be arguably the biggest sporting event of all time, with 3 host nations, 16 cities, 48 teams, 104 matches, and six billion viewers around the globe ... and big events mean bigger auctions ... like this one from…

By TMZ Staff

As England's World Cup Semi-Final Nears, David Beckham Announces He's Joining Fortnite

England footballing legend David Beckham will soon be available to buy in Fortnite.

By Tom Phillips

Majestic Spain stun France to reach World Cup final

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By AFP

World Cup: Spain beat France to reach first final in 16 years

The reigning European champions will now face either defending champions Argentina or England in Sunday's final The post World Cup: Spain beat France to reach first final in 16 years appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

By Tunde Eludini

Spain beat France 2-0 to reach World Cup final

Spain will seek their second title against England or Argentina at New York/New Jersey Stadium...

Tom Holland Details Being Ghosted by World Cup Player Erling Haaland

Tom Holland decided to shoot his shot, but it hit a little wide off the mark.   Like many soccer fans, the Spider-Man star has found himself enraptured with the larger-than-life presence that is...

By Hayley Santaflorentina

How Argentina is blocking child support debtors from the 2026 World Cup

A coordinated effort between Argentine and US authorities aims to pressure parents — overwhelmingly fathers — to pay overdue child support La entrada How Argentina is blocking child support debtors from the 2026 World Cup se publicó primero en Buenos Aires Herald.

By Martina Jaureguy

Spain beat France 2-0, seal place in World Cup final

Spain secures a spot in the 2026 FIFA World Cup final after a dominant 2-0 victory over France. Read how Spain sealed their place! Read More: https://punchng.com/spain-beat-france-2-0-seal-place-in-world-cup-final/

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‘We stayed faithful to our idea’ – De la Fuente on Spain reaching World Cup final

Spain coach Luis de la Fuente saluted his players as the "best team in the world" on Tuesday after a stunning 2-0 World Cup semi-final upset of France. The post ‘We stayed faithful to our idea’ – De la Fuente on Spain reaching World Cup final appeared first on Vanguard News.

By efosataiwo@vanguardngr.com

World Cup 2026: Didi Dramani’s tactical preview of Spain vs France

France and Spain, the two favourites for the 2026 World Cup, go head-to-head in a mouth-watering semi-final match-up at Dallas Stadium on Tuesday. Former Hearts of Oak boss Mas-Ud Didi Dramani gives a tactical preview of the game FRANCE OFFENSIVE (Strategy/Organisation 1-4-2-3-1) DEFENSIVE (Strategy/Organisation: 1-4-4-2 (drop in a low-medium block approach))

By Kweku Lawrence

World Cup 2026 fixture schedule and UK kick-off times: Day-by-day breakdown of all 104 matches including England - Sky Sports

World Cup 2026 fixture schedule and UK kick-off times: Day-by-day breakdown of all 104 matches including England  Sky Sports

How Ice Cream Helps England Coach Thomas Tuchel Unwind As World Cup History Beckons - FOX Sports

How Ice Cream Helps England Coach Thomas Tuchel Unwind As World Cup History Beckons  FOX Sports

World Cup 2026 fixture schedule and UK kick-off times: Day-by-day breakdown of all 104 matches including England - Sky Sports

World Cup 2026 fixture schedule and UK kick-off times: Day-by-day breakdown of all 104 matches including England  Sky Sports