Spain and France Clash in UEFA Nations League Semifinal

PARIS, France — The UEFA Nations League semifinals will feature a crucial match between Spain and France on Thursday, determining who advances to the final on Sunday.

France topped Group A2 in the group stage, achieving four victories, one draw, and one loss. They finished with the same points as Italy but secured the top spot due to a better goal differential.

Spain won Group A4 with five wins and one draw, showing strong form as they moved into the knockout stage. They faced the Netherlands in the quarterfinals, where it was a dramatic matchup.

The quarterfinal between Spain and the Netherlands ended 4-4 on aggregate after regulation and overtime, with Spain edging out the Netherlands 5-4 on penalty kicks.

France likewise had a thrilling quarterfinal against Croatia. Although Croatia led 2-0 after the first leg, France rallied with a late equalizer from Ousmane Dembélé, leveling the aggregate to 2-2. France advanced by winning the penalty shootout.

In the previous UEFA Nations League, Spain emerged as champions, defeating Croatia in the final. Fans can catch the semifinal action live on FOX Sports 1, with streaming available on Fubo.