# BONUS: France Eliminated 2-0 by Spain — Semifinal Shocker

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Podcast: [The Messi Effect: Daily Soccer Podcast](https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-messi-effect-the-2026-world-cup-6458829)
Published: 2026-07-14T21:24:30+00:00
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Duration seconds: 240

## Resource

The Messi Effect | BONUS | Tuesday, July 14, 2026 France eliminated — Spain 2-0 in semifinal shocker at AT&T Stadium. Oyarzabal 22' PEN, Porro 58'. Tactical breakdown: Spain's midfield trio Ruiz/Rodri/Pedri dominated possession; France's counterattack never got going; Mbappe isolated and frustrated, yellow card 86'. Spain advance to World Cup Final at MetLife Stadium Sunday. France's tournament favorites tag ends in bitter disappointment. Subscribe and follow The Messi Effect for daily 2026 FIFA World Cup coverage. AI was used for news gathering and production assistance. #WorldCup2026 #FIFAWorldCup #MessiEffect #Spain #France #Semifinal #Mbappe #Deschamps #Oyarzabal #Porro #AmericasWorldCup #WorldCupPodcast #Soccer #Football #CalorogaSharkMedia

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