Sports · 17 July 2026

Spain defeats France to reach FIFA World Cup 2026 Final

Exam-focused facts from the 17 July 2026 current affairs briefing.

Key facts

  • Spain defeated France 2-0 in the first semi-final held in Dallas on 15 July 2026.
  • The second semi-final between England and Argentina was scheduled for 16 July 2026 in Atlanta.
  • The third-place match will be played on 19 July 2026 in Miami.
  • The FIFA World Cup 2026 Final is scheduled for 20 July 2026 (Sri Lanka time) at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey.

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