When is France vs Spain World Cup Semi-Final, Kick-off Time, TV, Venue, How to Watch, Team News, Lineups, Predictions.

First World Cup Semi-final fixture has been confirmed as the FIFA tournament Fans favorite Kylian Mbappe' France now know their semifinal opponent.

France will play Spain on Tuesday, in the first semifinal of the tournament. The dominant French side topped Morocco 2-0 on July 9 to advance, while Spain defeated Belgium 2-1 on July 10 to secure their spot.

When is the Spain vs France semi-final game?

In a rematch of the Euro 2024 semifinal, betting odds favourits La Roja will face the fans favourite Les Bleus on Tuesday, July 14, 2026.

Where is the France vs. Spain semifinals game?

The teams face each other at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas.

What time is France vs. Spain semifinal game kick-off?

The semifinal match kicks off at 3 p.m. ET.

What channel is the France vs Spain on today?

The match is airing on Fox and streaming on the FOX One App.

How to watch FIFA World Cup Semi-final Live, TV Channel, Streaming

All games are being broadcast in the United States on Fox and FS1. Matches will also be broadcast in Spanish throughout the entirety of the World Cup on Telemundo and streaming on Peacock.

France vs Spain World Cup Semi-Final Team News, Latest Updates

France:

Didier Deschamps’ squad enters the semi-finals boasting an elite defensive record, having conceded just twice all tournament and keeping clean sheets throughout the entire knockout stage. Up front, Kylian Mbappé continues his historic World Cup form alongside an expansive attack featuring Ousmane Dembélé, Michael Olise, and Bradley Barcola.

Spain:

Luis de la Fuente's men are full of momentum following dramatic late-game heroics from Mikel Merino, who scored late winners against both Portugal and Belgium. The squad controls games through a robust midfield featuring Rodri and Pedri, while young star Lamine Yamal and winger Nico Williams present immense threat on the flanks.

Spain national football team starting lineup:

Spain starting XI vs. France (4-2-3-1): Unai Simón; Pedro Porro, Pau Cubarsí, Aymeric Laporte, Marc Cucurella; Rodri, Fabián Ruiz; Lamine Yamal, Dani Olmo, Álex Baena; Mikel Oyarzabal.

France national football team starting lineup:

France starting XI vs. Spain (4-2-3-1): Mike Maignan; Jules Koundé, Dayot Upamecano, William Saliba, Lucas Digne; Aurélien Tchouaméni, Adrien Rabiot; Ousmane Dembélé, Michael Olise, Bradley Barcola; Kylian Mbappé.

France vs Spain World Cup Semi-Final Match Predictions

Spain hold the recent psychological edge over Les Bleus, having bested them in their last two major tournament semi-final meetings (2-1 at UEFA EURO 2024 and a 5-4 thriller in the 2024/25 UEFA Nations League). However, France's structural steel and unparalleled knockout experience—reaching their third consecutive World Cup semi-final—makes them an extraordinarily tough unit to break down.

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Expect a highly tactical, closely contested battle where Spain controls possession, but France's lethal counter-attacking efficiency may ultimately decide it.

Prediction: France 1–1 Spain (France to advance after extra time or penalties)..

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