Spain ended France’s streak and secured a place in the World Cup finals with a 2-0 victory. This marks Spain’s first appearance in the final since their win in 2010. Their victory denied France the chance to reach three consecutive World Cup finals.

The match was a showcase of Spain’s control and defensive prowess, limiting France’s attacking talents including Kylian Mbappé and Ousmane Dembélé. Pedro Porro’s goal and Mikel Oyarzabal’s penalty kick secured the win. Spain remains unbeaten in regular play for their last 37 matches and has not lost at the World Cup or European Championship under coach Luis de la Fuente.

France will now compete for third place in Miami Gardens, Florida.

Kylian Mbappé of France in the semifinal against Spain.

Today, Argentina faces England in a much-anticipated semifinal. The match will reignite one of soccer’s bitter rivalries, the teams having last met nearly 30 years ago in the World Cup.

Lionel Messi, potentially facing England for the first time, aims to guide Argentina to the final after their 2022 triumph. Jude Bellingham and Harry Kane lead England’s attack, with Bellingham in top form. Both teams rely on their star players, as Messi and Bellingham compete for the Golden Boot.

England hopes to reach their first final since 1966, while Argentina seeks another title. The match promises intense competition and passionate play.

The game will be broadcast on Telemundo and Peacock at 3 p.m. Eastern.

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