Sports · 14 July 2026

Mbappe and Yamal face off in World Cup semi-final

A World Cup semi-final game is scheduled for Tuesday, with France and Spain competing against one another. The semi-final game of the World Cup will include a contest between well-known soccer players Kylian Mbappe and Lamine Yamal. France, the 2018 champions, are aiming for their third consecutive final, while Spain won in 2010.

By BriefTea Editorial · 14 July 2026 at 12:53

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