A storied rivalry arrives at the knockout phase of the 2026 World Cup.
France and Spain square off once more on 14/07 (Tuesday) at , 20:00 UK time, with a place in the next round at stake.
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:
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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.
The lineups will be available close to the kickoff time.
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 ,
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