Portugal triumphed over Germany with a score of 2-1 in the first semi-final of the 2025 UEFA Nations League. On Thursday, France will compete against Spain in the other semi-final, with the winning team set to face Portugal at the Allianz Arena in Munich on Sunday. France is expected to feature key players from PSG’s recent Champions League victory, while Spain looks to defend its title after winning the tournament in previous years.
How to Watch Spain vs. France
- Date: Thursday, June 5th | Time: 3 PM
- Location: MHP Arena – Stuttgart, Germany
- TV: FS1 | Live Stream: fubo (free trial available)
- Odds: Spain +175; Draw +175; France +210
Previous Meeting
Spain and France faced off in an intense 2-1 semi-final at the UEFA Euro 2024 Tournament in July 2024, where Spain staged a comeback with goals from Dani Olmo and Lamin Yamal, overcoming an early strike from Randal Kolo Muani of France. This victory propelled Spain to the finals, where they ultimately took the tournament title against England.
Player Spotlight
Kylian Mbappe(+220) – Despite a challenging season at Real Madrid, he amassed 31 goals in 33 matches, showcasing a remarkable debut year. Now, he aims to lead the French national team to success this season.
Predicted Lineups
- Spain XI: Unai Simon; Oscar Mingueza, Cubasi Peace, Pedri, Fabian Lewis, Lamin Yamal, Dani Olmo, Nico Williams, Alvaro Morata.
- France XI: Mike Maignan; Pierre Carl, Ibrahima Konate, Clement Lenglet, Theo Hernandez; Adrien Rabiot, Ousmane Dembele, Michael Olise, Desire Doue; Kylian Mbappe.
Players to Watch
Lamin Yamal – An exciting prospect, he has excelled at Barcelona this season. Following his success with Spain in the 2024 Euros, he aims to secure another trophy for his national team as he progresses in his career.
Prediction
Some French players might be distracted due to the celebrations following PSG’s Champions League victory, which could give Spain an edge. Prediction: Spain 2, France 1.
Editorial Opinion
This semi-final clash is not just about a trophy; it’s a battle of footballing philosophies and the future of two great national teams. For soccer fans, this match is a potential turning point, with implications for team dynamics heading into the World Cup and beyond.
