Spain winger, Lamine Yamal, has sent a bold warning to France ahead of their highly anticipated semi-final showdown at the ongoing 2026 FIFA World Cup.
Yamal made the statement following his outstanding performance in Spain’s 2-1 victory over Belgium in the quarter-final, where he was named Man of the Match.
Spain, known as La Roja, will now face a formidable French side led by captain Kylian Mbappé, who have maintained an impressive run in the tournament, winning all their matches within regulation time.
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Despite France’s dominance, Yamal expressed strong confidence in the Spanish squad, insisting that Les Bleus should be more concerned about facing Spain.
“I think that if France has to fear anyone, it’s us,” Yamal said.
“We’re the ones who have knocked them out before.”
Spain heads into the clash with psychological advantage, having defeated France in their last two meetings, a record that could play a crucial role as both teams battle for a place in the World Cup final.
The semi-final encounter is expected to be a thrilling contest between two of Europe’s football powerhouses, with fans eagerly anticipating a high-stakes showdown.
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