Bogotá (EFE).- Spain ended France’s flawless run in the 2026 World Cup with a 2-0 result at the Dallas Stadium on Tuesday.
The French side entered the clash as the heavy favorites, boasting a perfect record from the group stages and three consecutive shutouts in the knockout rounds against Sweden, Paraguay, and Morocco; however, their impenetrable defense finally cracked under Spanish pressure.
Mikel Oyarzabal scored on the penalty kick in the 22nd minute, putting Spain ahead and ending France’s defensive streak.
Spain doubled their advantage in the 58th minute through Pedro Porro, whose strike sent the Spanish fans into a frenzy. EFE
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