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France vs Spain: How to Watch the 2026 World Cup Semi-Final Live

The 2026 World Cup semi-final between France and Spain will take place on July 14, 2026, at 20:00 local time at Dallas Stadium. Fans can catch the action live across various platforms and countries.

Broadcast Information by Country

  • Canada: TSN
  • United States: FOX Network
  • Brazil: CazéTV
  • Australia: SBS
  • India: ZEE5
  • Argentina: Televisión Pública
  • Kazakhstan: Qazsport
  • Algeria: beIN SPORTS CONNECT
  • Democratic Republic of the Congo: StarTimes
  • Saudi Arabia: beIN SPORTS CONNECT
  • Mexico: ViX
  • Indonesia: Vidio
  • Iran: beIN SPORTS CONNECT
  • Mongolia: Suld TV
  • Peru: DIRECTV Sports
  • Chad: beIN SPORTS CONNECT
  • Niger: DStv
  • Angola: ZAP
  • Mali: New World Sport
  • South Africa: SuperSport
  • Colombia: Caracol TV
  • Bolivia: Red Uno
  • Mauritania: beIN SPORTS CONNECT
  • Egypt: beIN SPORTS CONNECT
  • Tanzania: Azam Sports

Using a VPN to Watch Anywhere

If geo-restrictions block your usual stream, a Virtual Private Network (VPN) like ExpressVPN lets you connect securely by switching your virtual location to where the match is broadcast. This helps avoid blackout rules and keeps your connection private.

Step-by-Step VPN Setup

  1. Sign up for a reliable VPN service such as ExpressVPN or NordVPN and install the app.
  2. Open the app and pick a server in a country showing the game (for example, connect to a US server to access FOX Network).
  3. Clear your browser cache and cookies to update your location settings.
  4. Go to your broadcaster’s website or app and start watching the match.

Watching on Your TV

Live football is best enjoyed on a large screen. For smart TVs or devices like Amazon Fire Stick and Google Chromecast with Google TV, you can install the VPN app directly. If your device doesn’t support VPN apps (such as Apple TV or Roku), use Smart DNS from your VPN provider or cast the stream from your phone or laptop connected through VPN.

Team Lineups and News

France coach Didier Deschamps is likely to keep the same starting XI. No injuries or suspensions affect the squad, though updates on Mbappe's ankle might come closer to kickoff. Spain, managed by Luis de la Fuente, also report no absences with a fully fit team ready to face France.

Recent Form

Both teams have won their last five matches during this tournament. France scored 13 goals while conceding just one. Spain netted 11 goals and kept three clean sheets. Their recent wins suggest strong momentum heading into this semi-final.

Head-to-Head

Their latest encounter was a thrilling 5-4 victory for Spain in the UEFA Nations League final on June 5, 2025. Spain leads with three wins in their last five meetings against France, who have won twice. Those matches produced 16 combined goals, highlighting the attacking quality both sides possess.

Group Stage Recap

Spain topped Group H, while France finished first in Group I, both advancing confidently through the group phase.