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Defense meets firepower in this World Cup semifinal match.
Spain's suffocating backline squares off against France's relentless attack for a spot in the final, and the history between them only raises the stakes.
France is chasing its third consecutive final appearance, having won it all in 2018 and fallen just short in 2022, while Spain hasn't played for a title since capturing the 2010 World Cup.
Both arrive in dominant form: France steamrolled Morocco 2-0 to reach this point and leads the tournament with 16 goals scored, powered by Kylian Mbappe's Golden Boot-caliber eight goals and three assists, plus Ousmane Dembele's five goals and Michael Olise's five assists.
Spain took a longer road, needing an 88th-minute Mikel Merino goal to finally break down Belgium. But La Roja has been nearly untouchable defensively, allowing just one goal in the entire tournament and offensively led by many different contributors like Merino (two goals), Mikel Oyarzabal (four goals, one assist) and rising star Lamine Yamal.
Here's everything you need to know to watch the France vs. Spain World Cup semifinal match, including where to watch on TV or live stream, what time the game starts and more.
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France vs. Spain channel, live stream
France vs. Spain will be broadcast on FOX in the United States with streaming options available on its dedicated platforms.
The best place to catch the match is on DIRECTV or on the streaming service fubo.
What time does France vs. Spain kick off?
France vs. Spain kicks off Tuesday, July 14, at 3 p.m. ET at AT&T Stadium in Dallas, Texas.
Here's how that time translates across the United States time zones:
| Date | Kickoff time | |
| Eastern Time | Tuesday, July 14 | 3 p.m. |
| Central Time | Tuesday, July 14 | 2 p.m. |
| Mountain Time | Tuesday, July 14 | 1 p.m. |
| Pacific Time | Tuesday, July 14 | 12 p.m. |
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World Cup schedule today and tomorrow
All times Eastern.
Tuesday, July 14
- France vs. Spain (3 p.m.)
Wednesday, July 15
- England vs. Argentina (3 p.m.)
MORE: Complete World Cup schedule and fixtures
2026 FIFA World Cup FAQs
When is the 2026 FIFA World Cup?
The 2026 FIFA World Cup is scheduled to run from June 11 through July 19, 2026. It will be the first World Cup hosted across three countries: the United States, Canada and Mexico.
Where is the 2026 FIFA World Cup being played?
The 2026 World Cup will be played across 16 host cities in North America, with matches taking place in the United States, Canada and Mexico. It will be the first men’s World Cup hosted by three countries.
The 16 host cities are Atlanta, Boston, Dallas, Houston, Kansas City, Los Angeles, Miami, New York/New Jersey, Philadelphia, San Francisco and Seattle in the United States; Toronto and Vancouver in Canada; and Guadalajara, Mexico City and Monterrey in Mexico.
How many teams are in the 2026 World Cup?
The 2026 FIFA World Cup will feature 48 teams, expanding from the 32-team format used in previous tournaments. The larger field also means more matches, more knockout-round games and more countries involved than ever before.
The 48 teams are Algeria, Argentina, Australia, Austria, Belgium, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Brazil, Cape Verde, Canada, Colombia, Croatia, Curaçao, Czechia, DR Congo, Ecuador, Egypt, England, France, Germany, Ghana, Haiti, Iran, Iraq, Ivory Coast, Japan, Jordan, Mexico, Morocco, Netherlands, New Zealand, Norway, Panama, Paraguay, Portugal, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Scotland, Senegal, South Africa, South Korea, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Tunisia, Türkiye, United States, Uruguay and Uzbekistan.
How many games are in the 2026 World Cup?
There will be 104 matches at the 2026 FIFA World Cup. That includes the group stage, knockout rounds and the final.
Can I stream the 2026 World Cup?
Yes. Streaming options will depend on the match, language and broadcast partner. In the U.S., Fox Sports lists FOX and FS1, which are available on fubo for English-language coverage, while Telemundo will stream every match live on Peacock and the Telemundo App for Spanish-language coverage.
What channel is the 2026 World Cup on?
In the U.S., English-language matches are expected across FOX and FS1, which are available on fubo for those without cable, while Spanish-language coverage will air on Telemundo and Universo, which you can stream on DIRECTV and Peacock. Check the schedule for the specific match you want to watch.
When is the 2026 World Cup final?
The 2026 FIFA World Cup final is scheduled for Sunday, July 19, 2026. The match will be played at New York-New Jersey Stadium, FIFA’s tournament name for MetLife Stadium.
What time do World Cup games start?
Kickoff times vary by date, host city and round. Because the tournament is being played across multiple time zones in the United States, Canada and Mexico, fans should check the official match schedule for start times in their local time zone.
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