France enters with a flawless defensive record, while Spain brings their signature possession-based dominance.
The tournament reaches its absolute peak tonight at a packed Dallas Stadium as two titan forces of European football lock horns. Reigning European champions Spain go head-to-head with modern heavyweight powerhouse France in a blockbusting semi-final. Refresh this page to view LIVE UPDATES here.
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France Line up
The France team news is in! There are two changes from the team who beat Morocco in the quarter-finals, with Aurelien Tchouameni and Bradley Barcola in for Manu Kone and Desire Doue.
France starting XI: Maignan; Kounde, Upamecano, Saliba, Digne; Tchouameni, Rabiot; Olise, Dembele, Barcola; Mbappe
Spain Line up
Luis de la Fuente has stuck with the same team which overcame Belgium 2-1 in the quarter-finals. Fabian Ruiz plays again in central midfield alongside captain Rodri, with Pedri on the bench.
In attack. Lamine Yamal, Dani Olmo and Alex Baena will support main striker Mikel Oyarzabal.
Starting XI: Unai Simon; Porro, Cubarsi, Laporte, Cucurella; Rodri, Ruiz; Lamine Yamal, Dani Olmo, Baena; Oyarzabal
Kick off time
Game to begin at 12:30 am
Published: 14 Jul 2026, 11:22 pm IST
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