France v Spain: Three key player battles that will decide the World Cup semi-final

Author: iol.co.zaPublished on: July 14, 2026Country: France

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France v Spain: Three key player battles that will decide the World Cup semi-final

The 2026 World Cup semi-final at Dallas Stadium features France vs Spain. Kylian Mbappé, co-leading the Golden Boot with 8 goals, will be marked by Spanish defender Pedro Porro. Porro emphasized the need for total concentration to stop Mbappé, whom he regards as one of the best players in the world.

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