2026 World Cup: Why we lost to Spain - France coach Deschamps

Author: efosataiwo@vanguardngr.comPublished on: July 14, 2026Country: France

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2026 World Cup: Why we lost to Spain - France coach Deschamps

France lost its 2026 World Cup semi-final to Spain in Arlington, Texas. Coach Didier Deschamps said his players were 'devastated' and criticized referee Ivan Barton from El Salvador for awarding an early penalty to Spain. Deschamps, stepping down after the tournament, admitted his team was technically inferior against a dominant Spanish side.

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