Spain Silences Mbappé, Dashes France's World Cup 2026 Dream
Luis de la Fuente’s side neutralized Kylian Mbappé, limiting him to just 34 touches, only seven inside the opponent’s box. Spain’s disciplined pressing and compact defensive shape shut down French transitions throughout the semi‑final.
The result sent France out of the 2026 World Cup and jeopardized their bid for the Golden Boot.
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