# Spain vs France Semifinal Preview — The Game of the Tournament

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Podcast: [The Messi Effect: Daily Soccer Podcast](https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-messi-effect-the-2026-world-cup-6458829)
Published: 2026-07-14T11:17:32+00:00
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## Resource

The Messi Effect | Episode 40 | Tuesday, July 14, 2026 World Cup Semifinal preview: Spain vs France at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, TX (3 PM ET). Spain's late-goal magic — Merino's stoppage-time winner vs Portugal, 88th-minute winner vs Belgium. France's tournament dominance — Mbappe and Dembele's pace, Griezmann's midfield control. Tactical breakdown: Spain's possession vs France's counterattack. Winner faces Argentina or England in Sunday's Final at MetLife Stadium. 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 #Merino #Griezmann #AmericasWorldCup #WorldCupPodcast #Soccer #Football #CalorogaSharkMedia

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