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Spain shuts down France and Kylian Mbappé, advances to the World Cup final with a 2-0 victory
By Patrick Chalvire at WSVN 7 News
· July 14, 2026
· 4 min read
ARLINGTON, Texas (AP) — Mikel Oyarzabal scored from the penalty spot after a heady play by teenager Lamine Yamal, Pedro Porro added another goal and Spain advanced to its first World Cup final since winning in 2010 with a 2-0 victory over France on Tuesday. A day after his 19th birthday, Yamal was d
Key takeaway A day after his 19th birthday, Yamal was denied a goal on a close offside call that came soon after Porro’s give-and-go with Dani Olmo in the 58th minute had put Spain up 2-0.
Why this matters in The Miami
Miami will soon host France in the third-place game at Miami Gardens, a consolation match after their semifinal loss to Spain. This game may draw significant attention from Miami's large Latin American and Caribbean communities, who often follow international soccer closely. The match will also be an opportunity for local fans to see Kylian Mbappé, one of the world's top players, in action. As the city prepares to welcome these teams, it's a reminder that Miami is a major hub for international sports, with its diverse population and state-of-the-art venues making it an attractive destination for global events. The third-place game will be played just a day before the World Cup final, which will take place in New Jersey, and local fans will be eager to catch a glimpse of the world's best soccer players in action, even if it's not in the championship match.
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Category: arts ·
Published: July 14, 2026 ·
Source: WSVN 7 News ·
Reading time: 4 min
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What is this story about? ARLINGTON, Texas (AP) — Mikel Oyarzabal scored from the penalty spot after a heady play by teenager Lamine Yamal, Pedro Porro added another goal and Spain advanced to its first World Cup final since winning in 2010 with a 2-0 victory over France on Tuesday. A day after his 19th birthday, Yamal was d
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