The 2026 World Cup comes down to four illustrious superpowers, and its first semifinal matchup casts a long shadow as the renewal of a historic rivalry.France and Spain are neighboring nations with a rich archive of head-to-head battles. Their current iterations are loaded with global superstars — Kylian Mbappé and Ousmane Dembélé lead Les Bleus as Lamine Yamal and Rodri front La Roja. Bring on the French vertical attack and the Spanish possession game.Here’s a quick primer for American audiences ahead of Tuesday’s momentous semifinal.How to watch France vs. Spain
Venue: AT&T Stadium — Arlington, Texas (Dallas Stadium)
Date: Tuesday, July 14
Time: 3 p.m. ET
TV (U.S.): Fox and Telemundo
