Spain will face France in the first Euro 2024 semi-final on Tuesday night.
La Roja were the first to secure a spot in the final four on Friday evening, triumphing over hosts Germany in a dramatic extra-time match in Stuttgart.
Dani Olmo, coming off the bench, scored to give Spain the lead in the second half.
Although Florian Wirtz equalized for Germany late in regular time, Mikel Merino's 119th-minute header ensured Spain's progression, avoiding a penalty shootout.
This victory reinforced Spain’s perfect record in the tournament and cemented their status as the favorites. However, the win was marred by huge injuries.
Meanwhile, France overcame Portugal in a penalty shootout after a goalless 120 minutes later that same day.
Date, Kick-off Time and Venue
The semi-final between Spain and France is set for an 8pm BST kick-off on Tuesday, July 9, 2024. The match will be held at the Allianz Arena in Munich.
Spain vs France Team News
Spain, winners of Group B, fielded an unchanged lineup against Germany, having previously defeated Georgia 4-1 in the last 16. However, they face several challenges for the semi-final.
Pedri is a major doubt after an early injury against Germany. Dani Olmo, who scored and assisted in that match, is expected to replace him again.
Defenders Dani Carvajal and Robin Le Normand are suspended. Nacho Fernandez, who replaced Le Normand at half-time against Germany, will likely start.
Jesus Navas could take Carvajal’s place at right-back. Captain Alvaro Morata, suspended after a yellow card during Merino’s celebration, will be missed, with Joselu a potential replacement.
France, who started Randal Kolo Muani and Eduardo Camavinga against Portugal, will welcome back Adrien Rabiot from suspension. Despite a knock to his nose, Kylian Mbappe is expected to play.
Head to Head History and Results
France defeated Spain in their last encounter during the 2021 Nations League final. They have also bested Spain in the 2006 World Cup and Euro 2000, and triumphed in the Euro 1984 final. Spain’s sole major tournament win against France was at Euro 2012.
Spain wins: 16
France wins: 13
Draws: 7
Potential Starting XI.
Simon
Cucurella, Laporte, Le Normand, Carvajal.
Ruiz, Rodri and Pedri
Williams, Morata and Yamal
France's Potential XI
Maignan
Hernandez, Saliba, Upamecano and Kounde
Camavinga, Tchouameni and Kante
Griezmann.
Kolo Muani and Mbappe.