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Luis de la Fuente: Spain in 'great shape' ahead of 2026 World Cup final

Luis de la Fuente believes Spain have found their best form after guiding his side into their first World Cup final since 2010 with an impressive 2-0 semi-final victory over France.

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FIFA World Cup: Didier Deschamps 'very proud' despite France's semi-final defeat to Spain

Didier Deschamps' tenure as France coach is set to conclude with Saturday's FIFA World Cup third-place play-off in Miami after they lost to Spain in the semi-finals.

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Spain put on football masterclass to beat France and reach FIFA World Cup final

Spain reached their first FIFA World Cup final in 16 years after putting on a football masterclass to convincingly beat France 2-0 at the Dallas Stadium.

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De la Fuente backs Yamal to shine as Spain prepare for France semi-final encounter

Spain coach Luis de la Fuente believes Lamine Yamal's biggest moment at the 2026 FIFA World Cup is still to come as the teenage star prepares for Tuesday's semi-final against France.

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Pedro Porro believes Spain's 'strong unity' can beat France and reach World Cup final

Spain defender Pedro Porro believes the team's strong bond and growing experience have put them in the perfect position to challenge France for a place in the 2026 FIFA World Cup final.

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Adrien Rabiot rejects "anti-Yamal plan" before FIFA World Cup semi-final vs Spain

France midfielder Adrien Rabiot insists his side have no reason to fear Spain or teenage star Lamine Yamal as they prepare for Tuesday's FIFA World Cup semi-final at Dallas Stadium.

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