Spain eliminated France, advancing to World Cup final

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Spain defeated France two to zero in the World Cup semifinal, eliminating the defending champions and securing a spot in the final for the first time since 2010. Mikel Oyarzabal scored the opening goal from a penalty in the twenty-second minute, and Pedro Porro added a second in the fifty-eighth minute. Spain's defense effectively neutralized Kylian Mbappé, limiting France to just two shots on target. Following the match, France will compete in the bronze medal game against the loser of the semifinal between England and Argentina. The bronze match is scheduled for July 18 at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami. In the other semifinal, England is set to face Argentina, with kickoff at three p.m. ET. This match is notable as it marks the first time Lionel Messi will play against England in his international career. FIFA announced that Post Malone will headline the closing ceremony for the World Cup final on July 19, which will take place at New York New Jersey Stadium. The ceremony is expected to celebrate the tournament's journey and will feature other performers, including Jennifer Hudson, who will sing the U.S. national anthem. In betting news, sportsbooks reported a significant win with France's loss, as they were heavily favored by bettors to reach the final. The odds for the Golden Boot have shifted, with Messi now the favorite, followed by Mbappé and Harry Kane.

WHO:

Spain

France

Mikel Oyarzabal

Pedro Porro

Kylian Mbappé

Lionel Messi

Jennifer Hudson

Post Malone

WHAT:

Spain defeated France two to zero in the World Cup semifinal

Mikel Oyarzabal scored the opening goal from a penalty

Pedro Porro added a second goal

France will compete in the bronze medal game

England is set to face Argentina in the other semifinal

Post Malone will headline the closing ceremony for the World Cup final

Jennifer Hudson will sing the U.S. national anthem

WHERE:

Hard Rock Stadium in Miami

New York New Jersey Stadium

WHEN:

July 18 for the bronze match

July 19 for the World Cup final

Kickoff at three p.m. ET for the England vs. Argentina match

WHY:

Spain secured a spot in the final for the first time since 2010

France was eliminated as defending champions

HOW:

Spain's defense effectively neutralized Kylian Mbappé, limiting France to just two shots on target

Sportsbooks reported a significant win with France's loss, as they were heavily favored by bettors to reach the final

The odds for the Golden Boot have shifted, with Messi now the favorite