France 0-2 Spain: result and AI prediction

AI match recap

This semi-final pits the tournament’s most dangerous transition attack against its best possession machine. France arrive with real momentum, a fully available Mbappe, and a likely midfield boost from Tchouameni’s return, while Spain bring the cleaner structure and the confidence of having recently beaten Les Bleus in major knockout meetings. The central battle is everything: if Spain’s midfield settles, they can squeeze the match into their preferred rhythm, but if France break pressure early, Mbappe can turn it into a race. Expect a high-level tactical contest that may stay tight until one side wins a key duel out wide or around second balls.

Head-to-head analysis

The recent head-to-head is meaningful: Spain have beaten France in the last two competitive meetings, including the Euro 2024 semi-final and the Nations League last four in 2025. France did beat Spain in the 2021 Nations League final, but the more recent pattern suggests Spain’s possession structure has caused the bigger problems.

Injuries and absences

There are no confirmed absences, but France getting Tchouameni back materially strengthens their ability to screen the defence and play through pressure. Mbappe is expected to start, while Spain’s main fitness question appears to be whether Nico Williams can offer more than a limited role.

Form (last 5)

France vs Spain stats

Last meetings

• 2025-06-05Spain 5-4 France
• 2024-07-09Spain 2-1 France
• 2021-10-10Spain 1-2 France
• 2017-03-28France 0-2 Spain
• 2012-06-23Spain 2-0 France

Other World Cup matches

• Norway – England
• Argentina – Switzerland
• England – Argentina