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Neither France nor Spain has trailed at this year’s World Cup, but only one can reach the final
By Litzy Grijalba at WSVN 7 News
· July 14, 2026
· 5 min read
ARLINGTON, Texas (AP) — Kylian Mbappé and France haven’t trailed at all in this year’s World Cup. Neither has Spain with teenage sensation Lamine Yamal and clutch goal-scoring substitute Mikel Merino. Only one of those teams can make it to the final. France and Spain, both at their 17th World Cup, h
Key takeaway France and Spain, both at their 17th World Cup, have met only once previously on soccer’s biggest stage.
Why this matters in The Miami
Miami 's large Latin American and Caribbean communities will likely be paying close attention to the World Cup semifinal match between France and Spain. The city's residents with Spanish and French heritage may have divided loyalties, but for many Miamians, the appeal of watching two soccer powerhouses clash will be undeniable. As the teams face off at the home of the NFL's Dallas Cowboys, local fans will be gathering in Little Havana, Wynwood, and other neighborhoods to watch the game and cheer on their favorite team. The match's outcome will have significant implications for the final, and Miami's soccer enthusiasts will be eagerly awaiting the result, perhaps discussing the game's highlights and analyzing the strategies employed by each team at local cafes and restaurants. With its rich cultural diversity, Miami will be a vibrant hub of World Cup excitement.
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Category: arts ·
Published: July 14, 2026 ·
Source: WSVN 7 News ·
Reading time: 5 min
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What is this story about? ARLINGTON, Texas (AP) — Kylian Mbappé and France haven’t trailed at all in this year’s World Cup. Neither has Spain with teenage sensation Lamine Yamal and clutch goal-scoring substitute Mikel Merino. Only one of those teams can make it to the final. France and Spain, both at their 17th World Cup, h
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