Spain advanced to the 2026 FIFA World Cup final after a commanding 2-0 victory over France at the AT&T Stadium in Dallas on Tuesday night. The Spanish side dominated possession and tempo from the opening whistle, neutralizing France’s star-studded attack led by Kylian Mbappé, Ousmane Dembélé, Michael Olise, and Bradley Barcola. Goals from Mikel Oyarzabal, who converted a penalty in the 18th minute, and a second-half strike following a swift counterattack sealed Spain’s place in the final.

Spain’s tactical discipline under coach Luis de la Fuente proved decisive. Their high pressing and positional play suffocated France’s rhythm, leaving the French attackers isolated and ineffective. Midfielders Rodri, Fabián Ruiz, and Dani Olmo orchestrated play with precision, while 19-year-old Lamine Yamal impressed with creativity and composure on his birthday.

With this win, Spain move on to the final scheduled for July 19, where they will face either Argentina or England. France exit the tournament reflecting on a lesson that teamwork and strategy can outweigh individual brilliance on football’s biggest stage.