A place in the FIFA World Cup 2026 final is at stake as France take on Spain in a mouthwatering semi-final clash at Dallas Stadium in Texas on Tuesday, July 14. Two European giants collide in what promises to be one of the biggest matches of the tournament, with either England or Argentina waiting in the final.
France have produced a flawless campaign so far, winning all six matches on their way to the last four. After dominating Group I, Les Bleus comfortably dispatched Sweden, Paraguay, and Morocco in the knockout rounds without conceding a single goal. Their defensive solidity has been one of the defining features of their run.
Spain have matched France's consistency in their own way, topping Group H before extending their unbeaten run in regulation time to 36 matches. Unlike France, however, La Roja had to survive two tense knockout encounters, with Mikel Merino emerging as the hero by scoring decisive late winners against Portugal and Belgium.
Read our France vs Spain prediction for the FIFA World Cup.
France vs Spain prediction for the 2026 World Cup
It is do or die. That is exactly why the prediction below zeroes in on the strongest bet for this knockout World Cup tie.
Here is our pick:
No BTTS 2nd Half
Who are the favourites?
Based on the leading UK-licensed bookmakers, France is tipped to come out on top, with 40% of the odds leaning towards their win.
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Spain lead the head-to-head
Spain has the better of the recent record against France National Team.
Over 5 meetings, the figures are:
Spain: 3 win(s)
France: 2 win(s)
Draws: 0
That history could shape the France vs Spain prediction at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, so it is worth bearing in mind.
France at the 2026 World Cup
France arrive having already played 6 match(es) at the 2026 World Cup. Here is the record for France National Team:
At the World Cup:
6 win(s), 0 draw(s) and 0 loss(es)
3 point(s) per game on average
16 goals scored at the World Cup (2.67 per game)
2 goals conceded at the World Cup (0.33 per game)
France National Team in 2026
14 win(s), 1 draw(s) and 1 loss(es) in all competitions
Leading scorer: Kylian Mbappé with 8 goal(s)
Most assists: Michael Olise with 5
Spain at the 2026 World Cup
Spain go into this tie with 6 match(es) already behind them at the 2026 World Cup.
Here is what Spain National Team have managed so far:
At the World Cup
5 win(s), 1 draw(s) and 0 loss(es)
2.67 point(s) per game on average
11 goals scored at the World Cup (1.83 per game)
1 goals conceded at the World Cup (0.17 per game)
Spain National Team in 2026
12 win(s), 4 draw(s) and 0 loss(es) in all competitions
Leading scorer: Mikel Merino with 6 goal(s)
Most assists: Mikel Oyarzabal with 4
France vs Spain statistics at the 2026 FIFA World Cup
Before you stake anything, look over the side-by-side comparison that sheds light on each nation's current form for this World Cup tie:
France
International - World Cup
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | W W W W W |
3 |
| Home | W W W W W |
3 |
| Away | W W W W W |
3 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 100% | 100% | 100% |
| Goals | 3 | 3 | 3 |
| Scored | 2.67 | 2.75 | 2.5 |
| Conceded | 0.33 | 0.25 | 0.5 |
| Both Teams to Score | 33% | 25% | 50% |
| Without Conceding | 67% | 75% | 50% |
| Failed To Score | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| 1st to Score | 100% | 100% | 100% |
|
xG
|
2.18 | 2.24 | 2.06 |
|
xGA
|
0.75 | 0.71 | 0.83 |
Spain
International - World Cup
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | W W W W W |
3 |
| Home | W W W D D |
2.2 |
| Away | W W W W W |
3 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 83% | 75% | 100% |
| Goals | 2 | 2.5 | 1 |
| Scored | 1.83 | 2.25 | 1 |
| Conceded | 0.17 | 0.25 | 0 |
| Both Teams to Score | 17% | 25% | 0% |
| Without Conceding | 83% | 75% | 100% |
| Failed To Score | 17% | 25% | 0% |
| 1st to Score | 100% | 75% | 100% |
|
xG
|
2.2 | 2.68 | 1.23 |
|
xGA
|
0.64 | 0.53 | 0.88 |
France vs Spain probable lineups
See the likely starting elevens below for our France vs Spain prediction at the 2026 World Cup.
France: Maignan, Koundé, Upamecano, Saliba, Digne, Koné, Rabiot, Dembélé, Olise, Doué, Mbappé
Spain: Simón, Porro, Cubarsí, Laporte, Cucurella, Rodri, Fabián Ruiz, Yamal, Olmo, Baena, Oyarzabal
The confirmed lineups will be available close to the kickoff time.
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3
Lucas Digne
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4
Dayot Upamecano
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5
Jules Koundé
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6
Kouadio Kone
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7
Ousmane Dembélé
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10
Kylian Mbappé
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11
Michael Olise
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14
Adrien Rabiot
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16
Mike Maignan
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17
William Saliba
Defender
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20
Désiré Doué
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8
Fabián
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10
Dani Olmo
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12
Pedro Porro
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14
Aymeric Laporte
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15
Álex Baena
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16
Rodri
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19
Lamine Yamal
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21
Mikel Oyarzabal
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22
Pau Cubarsí
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23
Unai Simón
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24
Marc Cucurella
How to watch France vs Spain live in the UK
Find out below where you can catch France vs Spain live during the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
Just remember, kick-off is at 20:00 UK time.
For the full schedule, check our our World Cup live streaming page.
More betting tips for this match
Alongside the main tip given at the top of this article, here are some other strong bets for France vs Spain:
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Match details: France vs Spain
🆚 Fixture France vs Spain
🏆 Tournament 2026 FIFA World Cup
📅 Date Tuesday, 14/07/2026
🕐 Kick-off 20:00 UK time
🏟️ Venue Dallas Stadium
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