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France and Spain are the 2 most successful teams in more than 2 decades of the 21st century. Photo: Xinhua

France vs Spain and the strange intersection between 2 football superpowers

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France vs Spain is an exciting confrontation between 2 countries that have emerged as superpowers of European football in the 21st century.

The great battle between France and Spain in the World Cup 2026 semi-finals. Photo: Xinhua

France - Spain: Top match in the semi-finals of the 2026 World Cup

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The first semi-final of the 2026 World Cup will witness the showdown of the two strongest teams in the world at this time, France and Spain.

Coach Deschamps believes Spain is the number one candidate for the championship. Photo: Xinhua

Coach Deschamps: "Spain is the number one candidate

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Before France's 2026 World Cup semi-final match, coach Deschamps affirmed that Spain is the number one candidate for the championship.

Dutch VAR referee Rob Dieperink was once included by FIFA in the list of duties at the 2026 World Cup. Photo: Dutch Football Association

Dutch referee dies after being eliminated from World Cup 2026

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Dutch VAR referee Rob Dieperink passed away at the age of 38, a few weeks after being removed from FIFA's list of duties at the 2026 World Cup.

World Cup 2026 semi-final schedule includes Spain - France, England - Argentina. Photo: Xinhua

World Cup 2026 semi-final live broadcast schedule

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Update on live broadcast schedule of two matches in the World Cup 2026 semi-finals.