Spain vs France: Euro 2024 Semi-Final Showdown

Spain and France are set to face off in the Euro 2024 semi-final, a highly anticipated match that will determine who advances to the final. France, despite reaching this stage, has seen their star forwards Kylian Mbappe and Antoine Griezmann struggle to score since the group stages. Mbappe has been particularly challenged, having to wear a mask after breaking his nose in France's opening 1-0 victory against Austria.

On the other hand, Spain has played with confidence and aggression throughout the tournament. They topped Group B and then decisively beat Georgia 4-1, setting up a quarter-final clash with host nation Germany, which they won 3-2 thanks to Mikel Merino’s 119th-minute goal. Spain, who went 44 years without a major trophy before their Euro 2008 win, are now in pursuit of their fourth European Championship title.

Spain will be missing suspended players Dani Carvajal and Robin le Normand, and midfielder Pedri due to a knee injury. France welcomes back Adrien Rabiot from suspension. This semi-final marks the sixth major tournament meeting between Spain and France, with past encounters including the Euro 1984 final and the Euro 2012 quarter-finals. Spain has won all five of their matches in Euro 2024, aiming to set a record with six consecutive wins.

France, seeking their fourth Euros final appearance, looks to overcome their scoring drought, having failed to score from 128 non-penalty shots in the tournament. The match promises to be a historic clash, as both teams vie for a place in the final and the chance to make history.