Trick roper Kent Durham entertains soccer supporters before a World Cup semifinal match between Spain and France at Dallas Stadium in Arlington, July 14, 2026.

Trick roper Kent Durham entertains soccer supporters before a World Cup semifinal match between Spain and France at Dallas Stadium in Arlington, July 14, 2026.

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ARLINGTON — The end came at 3:59 p.m., with exultant Spain players shouting and looking skyward and anguished France counterparts dropping to their knees. 

Thanks to its suffocating defense, world No. 3 Spain’s 2-0 toppling of No. 1 France in Tuesday’s World Cup semifinal in Dallas Stadium lacked the drama many expected, but the matchlong atmosphere was nonetheless electric. 

Spain moves on to face Wednesday’s Argentina-England winner in Sunday’s World Cup final in New York Stadium, but North Texas’ tournament-most nine-game run ended with Tuesday’s final whistle and explosion of cheers from La Roja faithful. 

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“In our case, we are responsible for this joy that people are feeling in the streets,” Spain coach Luis de la Fuente said after his team received a congratulatory call from Spanish King Felipe VI. “We are a country united for a common cause.”

History will show that in the most consequential soccer game in North Texas annals, French superstar Kylian Mbappé was stifled by a Spanish defense that’s yielded one goal in seven 2026 World Cup matches.  

And the record will show that nine matches in the home of the Dallas Cowboys drew 631,843 fans and produced 29 goals and countless indelible memories — on and off the pitch — for North Texans and perhaps as many as 4 million visitors. 

“I told FIFA when they were here in 2021 that we do things bigger and better in Texas, especially here in Dallas,” said North Texas FIFA World Cup organizing committee co-chair Dan Hunt, whose father, Lamar, was co-chair of Dallas’ 1994 World Cup organizing committee. 

“I think they now recognize that’s how we do things.” 

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Among the near-sellout crowd was a glittering array of stars that included American-French actor Timothée Chalamet; Spanish actor Javier Bardem; Sir David Beckham and wife Victoria of England; and Jamaican track star Usain Bolt. 

Most in the stadium probably expected at least one goal from Mbappé, especially after fellow superstars Lionel Messi of Argentina, Erling Haaland of Norway and Harry Kane of England all scored here during this World Cup. 

But Mbappé and France suffered the same fate here as did seventh-ranked Portugal and 41-year-old star Cristiano Ronaldo, just eight days earlier. 

“Being here, in this moment, is incredible,” said Mikel Oyarzabal, who scored Spain’s first goal Tuesday, in the 22nd minute, and earlier this week pushed back against negative media commentary about La Roja’s chances.

“I said what I said because it was truly how I felt. For us, the most important thing was keeping a positive mindset, so we could take this huge step today.”

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Spain midfielder Mikel Oyarzabal (21) celebrates after scoring from a penalty during the first half of a FIFA World Cup semifinal game against France, on Tuesday, July 14, 2026 at Dallas Stadium in Arlington.

Spain midfielder Mikel Oyarzabal (21) celebrates after scoring from a penalty during the first half of a FIFA World Cup semifinal game against France, on Tuesday, July 14, 2026 at Dallas Stadium in Arlington.

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For this monthlong run as one of the 2026 World Cup’s 16 host venues across the United States, Mexico and Canada, AT&T Stadium was temporarily renamed Dallas Stadium to satisfy FIFA’s corporate sponsor guidelines.

Since its 2009 opening, the stadium has hosted an array of major sporting events. 

The 2010 NBA All-Star Game. The 2011 Super Bowl. The 2014 NCAA Final Four. The inaugural College Football Playoff title game in 2015. And WrestleMania in 2016 and 2022. 

“I think we found out over the last few weeks that there’s nothing like a World Cup,” said Cowboys vice president of business operations Chad Estis.  

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“When we started this, FIFA told us, ‘Get ready for 100 Super Bowls.’ I don’t know if I totally align with that, but [Tuesday’s semifinal] feels like a Super Bowl.” 

Icy weather hampered 2010’s NBA All-Star weekend and the following February’s Super Bowl week, but Mother Nature’s only effect during the monthlong World Cup was North Texas’ typical June and July heat. 

Which of course was a nonissue during matches in the climate-controlled stadium. In part to make sure it was extra-ready for this World Cup, Cowboys owner Jerry Jones signed off on a $350 million “refresh” that was completed last year. 

The reaction of many international fans, looking wide-eyed while walking through the concourses and gawking at the gargantuan videoboard, was reminiscent of local fans in the stadium’s early years. 

“For me personally, it’s been fun to walk our stadium and see people that have never seen a stadium like that and be in awe of everything,” Estis said. “There’s a reputation of our stadium that we’re proud of — and I think it met the moment.” 

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Pyrotechnics explode following the national anthems for Spain and France during a World Cup semifinal match at Dallas Stadium in Arlington, July 14, 2026.

Pyrotechnics explode following the national anthems for Spain and France during a World Cup semifinal match at Dallas Stadium in Arlington, July 14, 2026.

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North Texas FIFA World Cup organizing committee members expressed similar sentiments about the region in general. 

For more than a month, Dallas’ Kay Bailey Hutchison Convention Center has hosted about 2,000 media workers from around the world in the 485,000-square-foot International Broadcast Center.

Local, state and federal government officials collaborated to ensure smooth operation logistics like security, emergency preparedness and transportation. 

North Texas’ host role isn’t quite over. The FIFA Fan Festival, open for 34 days in a 39-day span, will be fully operational for fans who want to watch Saturday’s third-place match in Miami and Sunday’s championship game. 

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Spain fans react after a first half goal while watching a World Cup semifinal match against France at FIFA Fan Festival on Tuesday, July 14, 2026, in Dallas.

Spain fans react after a first half goal while watching a World Cup semifinal match against France at FIFA Fan Festival on Tuesday, July 14, 2026, in Dallas.

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“Over these past several weeks, fans from every corner of the globe filled our stadiums, our parks, our restaurants, our neighborhoods, our hotels and our hearts,” said Monica Paul, president of North Texas’ organizing committee and executive director of the Dallas Sports Commission. 

“Different languages were spoken. Different flags were waved. Different songs were sung.  

“Yet everyone shared something in common: a love for the beautiful game, and a belief that sport has the power to unite us all. Dallas has always been known for thinking big, but this summer, we didn’t just think big. We welcomed the world in a way that reflected the very best of who we are.” 

Before Tuesday, the most high-profile soccer match in North Texas history occurred July 9, 1994, when Brazil beat Netherlands 3-2 in the quarterfinals in Cotton Bowl, the last of six matches played there that year. 

Dan Hunt, Co-Chair of North Texas FWC Organizing Committee speaks during a press conference about the FIFA World Cup, on Monday, July 13, 2026 in Dallas.

Dan Hunt, Co-Chair of North Texas FWC Organizing Committee speaks during a press conference about the FIFA World Cup, on Monday, July 13, 2026 in Dallas.

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Teenager Dan Hunt was a ballboy during that World Cup. He hasn’t missed a World Cup since 1986, along with older brother Clark keeping alive the Hunt family’s passion for all things soccer. 

It was their father, Lamar, who after watching England win the 1966 World Cup decided to start a professional league in America, the NASL, and to co-found one of its teams, the Dallas Tornado.

That league folded in 1985, but the 1994 World Cup in America spawned a new league Lamar Hunt helped originate, the MLS. It began with 10 teams and now has 30, including FC Dallas in Frisco and teams in Austin and Houston. 

“America wasn’t ready for the ’94 World Cup,” Dan Hunt said. “So few people really actually knew that it was happening, if you look at those attendance numbers, although it’s the most financially successful of all time forever, until this World Cup. 

“You now have a nation that is engaged in soccer in a way that they have never been before. It is viewership. It is ticket sales. It is sponsorship. 

“So I think this will be a steppingstone for the next step forward. I leave this World Cup knowing that one thing for sure: America is now truly a soccer nation.” 

Spain forward Lamine Yamal (19) tangles with France defender Théo Hernández during the second half of a World Cup semifinal soccer match on Tuesday, July 14, 2026, in Arlington.

Spain forward Lamine Yamal (19) tangles with France defender Théo Hernández during the second half of a World Cup semifinal soccer match on Tuesday, July 14, 2026, in Arlington.

Smiley N. Pool/The Dallas Morning NewsFrance midfielder Rayan Cherki collapses to the pitch after a 2-0 victory by Spain in a World Cup semifinal soccer match on Tuesday, July 14, 2026, in Arlington.

France midfielder Rayan Cherki collapses to the pitch after a 2-0 victory by Spain in a World Cup semifinal soccer match on Tuesday, July 14, 2026, in Arlington.

Smiley N. Pool/The Dallas Morning NewsFrance forward Kylian Mbappé waves to the crowd as he warms up before a World Cup semifinal soccer match against Spain on Tuesday, July 14, 2026, in Arlington.

France forward Kylian Mbappé waves to the crowd as he warms up before a World Cup semifinal soccer match against Spain on Tuesday, July 14, 2026, in Arlington.

Smiley N. Pool/The Dallas Morning NewsFrance forward Michael Olise warms up before a World Cup semifinal soccer match against Spain on Tuesday, July 14, 2026, in Arlington.

France forward Michael Olise warms up before a World Cup semifinal soccer match against Spain on Tuesday, July 14, 2026, in Arlington.

Smiley N. Pool/The Dallas Morning NewsFrance supporters cheer their team as they warm up before a World Cup semifinal soccer match against Spain on Tuesday, July 14, 2026, in Arlington.

France supporters cheer their team as they warm up before a World Cup semifinal soccer match against Spain on Tuesday, July 14, 2026, in Arlington.

Smiley N. Pool/The Dallas Morning NewsA fan holds the jersey of former Dallas Cowboys quarterback Troy Aikman before a World Cup semifinal soccer match between France and Spain on Tuesday, July 14, 2026, in Arlington.

A fan holds the jersey of former Dallas Cowboys quarterback Troy Aikman before a World Cup semifinal soccer match between France and Spain on Tuesday, July 14, 2026, in Arlington.

Smiley N. Pool/The Dallas Morning NewsFrance forward Kylian Mbappé (10) leads hit team as they take the pitch before a World Cup semifinal soccer match against Spain on Tuesday, July 14, 2026, in Arlington.

France forward Kylian Mbappé (10) leads hit team as they take the pitch before a World Cup semifinal soccer match against Spain on Tuesday, July 14, 2026, in Arlington.

Smiley N. Pool/The Dallas Morning NewsFIFA President Gianni Infantino applauds the national anthems before a World Cup semifinal soccer match between France and Spain on Tuesday, July 14, 2026, in Arlington.

FIFA President Gianni Infantino applauds the national anthems before a World Cup semifinal soccer match between France and Spain on Tuesday, July 14, 2026, in Arlington.

Smiley N. Pool/The Dallas Morning NewsFormer Dallas Cowboys quarterback Troy Aikman stands for the national anthems before a World Cup semifinal soccer match between France and Spain on Tuesday, July 14, 2026, in Arlington.

Former Dallas Cowboys quarterback Troy Aikman stands for the national anthems before a World Cup semifinal soccer match between France and Spain on Tuesday, July 14, 2026, in Arlington.

Smiley N. Pool/The Dallas Morning NewsFIFA President Gianni Infantino waves to fans before a World Cup semifinal soccer match between France and Spain on Tuesday, July 14, 2026, in Arlington.

FIFA President Gianni Infantino waves to fans before a World Cup semifinal soccer match between France and Spain on Tuesday, July 14, 2026, in Arlington.

Smiley N. Pool/The Dallas Morning NewsFIFA President Gianni Infantino waves to fans before a World Cup semifinal soccer match between France and Spain on Tuesday, July 14, 2026, in Arlington.

FIFA President Gianni Infantino waves to fans before a World Cup semifinal soccer match between France and Spain on Tuesday, July 14, 2026, in Arlington.

Smiley N. Pool/The Dallas Morning NewsSpain midfielder Rodri (16) is fouled by France forward Michael Olise (11) during the first half of a World Cup semifinal soccer match on Tuesday, July 14, 2026, in Arlington.

Spain midfielder Rodri (16) is fouled by France forward Michael Olise (11) during the first half of a World Cup semifinal soccer match on Tuesday, July 14, 2026, in Arlington.

Smiley N. Pool/The Dallas Morning NewsSpain midfielder Dani Olmo (10) fights for the ball against France midfielder Adrien Rabiot (14) during the first half of a World Cup semifinal soccer match on Tuesday, July 14, 2026, in Arlington.

Spain midfielder Dani Olmo (10) fights for the ball against France midfielder Adrien Rabiot (14) during the first half of a World Cup semifinal soccer match on Tuesday, July 14, 2026, in Arlington.

Smiley N. Pool/The Dallas Morning NewsSpain forward Lamine Yamal (19) is fouled by France defender Lucas Digne (3), resulting in a penalty kick, during the first half of a World Cup semifinal soccer match on Tuesday, July 14, 2026, in Arlington.

Spain forward Lamine Yamal (19) is fouled by France defender Lucas Digne (3), resulting in a penalty kick, during the first half of a World Cup semifinal soccer match on Tuesday, July 14, 2026, in Arlington.

Smiley N. Pool/The Dallas Morning NewsFrance players observe a moment of silence before a World Cup semifinal soccer match against Spain on Tuesday, July 14, 2026, in Arlington.

France players observe a moment of silence before a World Cup semifinal soccer match against Spain on Tuesday, July 14, 2026, in Arlington.

Smiley N. Pool/The Dallas Morning NewsA penalty kick by Spain midfielder Mikel Oyarzabal beats France goalkeeper Mike Maignan during the first half of a World Cup semifinal soccer match on Tuesday, July 14, 2026, in Arlington.

A penalty kick by Spain midfielder Mikel Oyarzabal beats France goalkeeper Mike Maignan during the first half of a World Cup semifinal soccer match on Tuesday, July 14, 2026, in Arlington.

Smiley N. Pool/The Dallas Morning NewsSpain midfielder Mikel Oyarzabal (21) celebrates after scoring on a penalty kick during the first half of a World Cup semifinal soccer match against France on Tuesday, July 14, 2026, in Arlington.

Spain midfielder Mikel Oyarzabal (21) celebrates after scoring on a penalty kick during the first half of a World Cup semifinal soccer match against France on Tuesday, July 14, 2026, in Arlington.

Smiley N. Pool/The Dallas Morning NewsFrance defender Maxence Lacroix (26) wins a header over Spain midfielder Mikel Oyarzabal (21) during the first half of a World Cup semifinal soccer match on Tuesday, July 14, 2026, in Arlington.

France defender Maxence Lacroix (26) wins a header over Spain midfielder Mikel Oyarzabal (21) during the first half of a World Cup semifinal soccer match on Tuesday, July 14, 2026, in Arlington.

Smiley N. Pool/The Dallas Morning NewsSpain forward Lamine Yamal (19) is fouled by France defender Lucas Digne (3), resulting in a penalty kick, during the first half of a World Cup semifinal soccer match on Tuesday, July 14, 2026, in Arlington.

Spain forward Lamine Yamal (19) is fouled by France defender Lucas Digne (3), resulting in a penalty kick, during the first half of a World Cup semifinal soccer match on Tuesday, July 14, 2026, in Arlington.

Smiley N. Pool/The Dallas Morning NewsSpain forward Lamine Yamal gives a thumbs up during the first half of a World Cup semifinal soccer match against France on Tuesday, July 14, 2026, in Arlington.

Spain forward Lamine Yamal gives a thumbs up during the first half of a World Cup semifinal soccer match against France on Tuesday, July 14, 2026, in Arlington.

Smiley N. Pool/The Dallas Morning NewsSpain goalkeeper Unai Simón (23) comes out to stop an attack by France forward Kylian Mbappé (10) during the first half of a World Cup semifinal soccer match on Tuesday, July 14, 2026, in Arlington.

Spain goalkeeper Unai Simón (23) comes out to stop an attack by France forward Kylian Mbappé (10) during the first half of a World Cup semifinal soccer match on Tuesday, July 14, 2026, in Arlington.

Smiley N. Pool/The Dallas Morning NewsSpain goalkeeper Unai Simón (23) comes out to stop an attack by France forward Kylian Mbappé (10) during the first half of a World Cup semifinal soccer match on Tuesday, July 14, 2026, in Arlington.

Spain goalkeeper Unai Simón (23) comes out to stop an attack by France forward Kylian Mbappé (10) during the first half of a World Cup semifinal soccer match on Tuesday, July 14, 2026, in Arlington.

Smiley N. Pool/The Dallas Morning NewsSpain forward Lamine Yamal (19) is fouled by France defender Lucas Digne (3), resulting in a penalty kick, during the first half of a World Cup semifinal soccer match on Tuesday, July 14, 2026, in Arlington.

Spain forward Lamine Yamal (19) is fouled by France defender Lucas Digne (3), resulting in a penalty kick, during the first half of a World Cup semifinal soccer match on Tuesday, July 14, 2026, in Arlington.

Smiley N. Pool/The Dallas Morning NewsSpain goalkeeper Unai Simón (23) heads the ball away from France forward Kylian Mbappé (10) during the second half of a World Cup semifinal soccer match on Tuesday, July 14, 2026, in Arlington.

Spain goalkeeper Unai Simón (23) heads the ball away from France forward Kylian Mbappé (10) during the second half of a World Cup semifinal soccer match on Tuesday, July 14, 2026, in Arlington.

Smiley N. Pool/The Dallas Morning NewsSpain forward Lamine Yamal (19) tangles with France defender Théo Hernández during the second half of a World Cup semifinal soccer match on Tuesday, July 14, 2026, in Arlington.

Spain forward Lamine Yamal (19) tangles with France defender Théo Hernández during the second half of a World Cup semifinal soccer match on Tuesday, July 14, 2026, in Arlington.

Smiley N. Pool/The Dallas Morning NewsFrance midfielder Rayan Cherki (24) reacts as Spain players celebrate a 2-0 victory in a World Cup semifinal soccer match on Tuesday, July 14, 2026, in Arlington.

France midfielder Rayan Cherki (24) reacts as Spain players celebrate a 2-0 victory in a World Cup semifinal soccer match on Tuesday, July 14, 2026, in Arlington.

Smiley N. Pool/The Dallas Morning NewsSpain forward Nico Williams celebrates as time expires on a victory over France in a World Cup semifinal soccer match on Tuesday, July 14, 2026, in Arlington.

Spain forward Nico Williams celebrates as time expires on a victory over France in a World Cup semifinal soccer match on Tuesday, July 14, 2026, in Arlington.

Smiley N. Pool/The Dallas Morning NewsSpain goalkeeper Unai Simón (23) stops a shot by France forward Ousmane Dembélé (7) during the second half of a World Cup semifinal soccer match on Tuesday, July 14, 2026, in Arlington.

Spain goalkeeper Unai Simón (23) stops a shot by France forward Ousmane Dembélé (7) during the second half of a World Cup semifinal soccer match on Tuesday, July 14, 2026, in Arlington.

Smiley N. Pool/The Dallas Morning NewsSpain forward Nico Williams celebrates as time expires on a victory over France in a World Cup semifinal soccer match on Tuesday, July 14, 2026, in Arlington.

Spain forward Nico Williams celebrates as time expires on a victory over France in a World Cup semifinal soccer match on Tuesday, July 14, 2026, in Arlington.

Smiley N. Pool/The Dallas Morning NewsFrance midfielder Rayan Cherki collapses to the pitch after a 2-0 victory by Spain in a World Cup semifinal soccer match on Tuesday, July 14, 2026, in Arlington.

France midfielder Rayan Cherki collapses to the pitch after a 2-0 victory by Spain in a World Cup semifinal soccer match on Tuesday, July 14, 2026, in Arlington.

Smiley N. Pool/The Dallas Morning NewsFrance midfielder Rayan Cherki reacts after a 2-0 victory by Spain in a World Cup semifinal soccer match on Tuesday, July 14, 2026, in Arlington.

France midfielder Rayan Cherki reacts after a 2-0 victory by Spain in a World Cup semifinal soccer match on Tuesday, July 14, 2026, in Arlington.

Smiley N. Pool/The Dallas Morning NewsFrance forward Kylian Mbappé applauds fans after a loss to Spain in a World Cup semifinal soccer match on Tuesday, July 14, 2026, in Arlington.

France forward Kylian Mbappé applauds fans after a loss to Spain in a World Cup semifinal soccer match on Tuesday, July 14, 2026, in Arlington.

Smiley N. Pool/The Dallas Morning NewsSpain defender Pedro Porro celebrates after a 2-0 victory over France in a World Cup semifinal soccer match on Tuesday, July 14, 2026, in Arlington.

Spain defender Pedro Porro celebrates after a 2-0 victory over France in a World Cup semifinal soccer match on Tuesday, July 14, 2026, in Arlington.

Smiley N. Pool/The Dallas Morning NewsSpain defender Pedro Porro celebrates after a 2-0 victory over France in a World Cup semifinal soccer match on Tuesday, July 14, 2026, in Arlington.

Spain defender Pedro Porro celebrates after a 2-0 victory over France in a World Cup semifinal soccer match on Tuesday, July 14, 2026, in Arlington.

Smiley N. Pool/The Dallas Morning NewsFrance forward Kylian Mbappé applauds fans after a loss to Spain in a World Cup semifinal soccer match on Tuesday, July 14, 2026, in Arlington.

France forward Kylian Mbappé applauds fans after a loss to Spain in a World Cup semifinal soccer match on Tuesday, July 14, 2026, in Arlington.

Smiley N. Pool/The Dallas Morning NewsSpain defender Pedro Porro celebrates after a 2-0 victory over France in a World Cup semifinal soccer match on Tuesday, July 14, 2026, in Arlington.

Spain defender Pedro Porro celebrates after a 2-0 victory over France in a World Cup semifinal soccer match on Tuesday, July 14, 2026, in Arlington.

Smiley N. Pool/The Dallas Morning NewsPyrotechnics go off before a World Cup semifinal soccer match between France and Spain on Tuesday, July 14, 2026, in Arlington.

Pyrotechnics go off before a World Cup semifinal soccer match between France and Spain on Tuesday, July 14, 2026, in Arlington.

Smiley N. Pool/The Dallas Morning NewsDavid Beckham watches from a suite during the second half of a World Cup semifinal soccer match between France and Spain on Tuesday, July 14, 2026, in Arlington.

David Beckham watches from a suite during the second half of a World Cup semifinal soccer match between France and Spain on Tuesday, July 14, 2026, in Arlington.

Smiley N. Pool/The Dallas Morning NewsA shot by Spain defender Pedro Porro goes into the net for a goal past Spain midfielder Álex Baena (15) and France defender Jules Koundé (5) during the second half of a World Cup semifinal soccer match on Tuesday, July 14, 2026, in Arlington.

A shot by Spain defender Pedro Porro goes into the net for a goal past Spain midfielder Álex Baena (15) and France defender Jules Koundé (5) during the second half of a World Cup semifinal soccer match on Tuesday, July 14, 2026, in Arlington.

Smiley N. Pool/The Dallas Morning NewsSpain midfielder Rodri (16) battles France midfielder Manu Koné (6) for a header during the second half of a World Cup semifinal soccer match on Tuesday, July 14, 2026, in Arlington.

Spain midfielder Rodri (16) battles France midfielder Manu Koné (6) for a header during the second half of a World Cup semifinal soccer match on Tuesday, July 14, 2026, in Arlington.

Smiley N. Pool/The Dallas Morning NewsSpain midfielder Fabián Ruiz (8) keeps the ball away from France forward Kylian Mbappé (10) during the second half of a World Cup semifinal soccer match on Tuesday, July 14, 2026, in Arlington.

Spain midfielder Fabián Ruiz (8) keeps the ball away from France forward Kylian Mbappé (10) during the second half of a World Cup semifinal soccer match on Tuesday, July 14, 2026, in Arlington.

Smiley N. Pool/The Dallas Morning NewsFrance midfielder Aurélien Tchouaméni (8) walks away as Spain players celebrate a goal by Spain defender Pedro Porro during the second half of a World Cup semifinal soccer match on Tuesday, July 14, 2026, in Arlington.

France midfielder Aurélien Tchouaméni (8) walks away as Spain players celebrate a goal by Spain defender Pedro Porro during the second half of a World Cup semifinal soccer match on Tuesday, July 14, 2026, in Arlington.

Smiley N. Pool/The Dallas Morning NewsFrance defender Jules Koundé (5) wins a header against Spain midfielder Álex Baena (15) during the second half of a World Cup semifinal soccer match on Tuesday, July 14, 2026, in Arlington.

France defender Jules Koundé (5) wins a header against Spain midfielder Álex Baena (15) during the second half of a World Cup semifinal soccer match on Tuesday, July 14, 2026, in Arlington.

Smiley N. Pool/The Dallas Morning NewsSpain midfielder Rodri (16) celebrates with Fabián Ruiz (8) during the second half of a World Cup semifinal soccer match against France on Tuesday, July 14, 2026, in Arlington.

Spain midfielder Rodri (16) celebrates with Fabián Ruiz (8) during the second half of a World Cup semifinal soccer match against France on Tuesday, July 14, 2026, in Arlington.

Smiley N. Pool/The Dallas Morning NewsThe game attendance is announced during the second half of a World Cup semifinal soccer match between France and Spain on Tuesday, July 14, 2026, in Arlington.

The game attendance is announced during the second half of a World Cup semifinal soccer match between France and Spain on Tuesday, July 14, 2026, in Arlington.

Smiley N. Pool/The Dallas Morning NewsDavid Beckham smiles for a photo with fans during the second half of a World Cup semifinal soccer match between France and Spain on Tuesday, July 14, 2026, in Arlington.

David Beckham smiles for a photo with fans during the second half of a World Cup semifinal soccer match between France and Spain on Tuesday, July 14, 2026, in Arlington.

Smiley N. Pool/The Dallas Morning NewsWorkers mow the pitch after a World Cup semifinal soccer match between France and Spain on Tuesday, July 14, 2026, in Arlington.

Workers mow the pitch after a World Cup semifinal soccer match between France and Spain on Tuesday, July 14, 2026, in Arlington.

Smiley N. Pool/The Dallas Morning NewsPeople linger on the pitch after a World Cup semifinal soccer match between France and Spain on Tuesday, July 14, 2026, in Arlington.

People linger on the pitch after a World Cup semifinal soccer match between France and Spain on Tuesday, July 14, 2026, in Arlington.

Smiley N. Pool/The Dallas Morning NewsWorkers clean the stadium after a World Cup semifinal soccer match between France and Spain on Tuesday, July 14, 2026, in Arlington.

Workers clean the stadium after a World Cup semifinal soccer match between France and Spain on Tuesday, July 14, 2026, in Arlington.

Smiley N. Pool/The Dallas Morning NewsWorkers clean the stadium after a World Cup semifinal soccer match between France and Spain on Tuesday, July 14, 2026, in Arlington.

Workers clean the stadium after a World Cup semifinal soccer match between France and Spain on Tuesday, July 14, 2026, in Arlington.

Smiley N. Pool/The Dallas Morning NewsSpain manager Luis de la Fuente congratulates his players, including midfielder Pedri (20) following their win over France in a World Cup semifinal match at Dallas Stadium in Arlington, July 14, 2026.

Spain manager Luis de la Fuente congratulates his players, including midfielder Pedri (20) following their win over France in a World Cup semifinal match at Dallas Stadium in Arlington, July 14, 2026.

Tom Fox/The Dallas Morning NewsSpain manager Luis de la Fuente congratulates his players, including midfielder Pedri (20) following their win over France in a World Cup semifinal match at Dallas Stadium in Arlington, July 14, 2026.

Spain manager Luis de la Fuente congratulates his players, including midfielder Pedri (20) following their win over France in a World Cup semifinal match at Dallas Stadium in Arlington, July 14, 2026.

Tom Fox/The Dallas Morning NewsSpain soccer players celebrate their win over France, including midfielder Mikel Merino (left) during a World Cup semifinal match at Dallas Stadium in Arlington, July 14, 2026.

Spain soccer players celebrate their win over France, including midfielder Mikel Merino (left) during a World Cup semifinal match at Dallas Stadium in Arlington, July 14, 2026.

Tom Fox/The Dallas Morning NewsSpain forward Lamine Yamal (19) is taken down by France midfielder Manu Koné (6) as Yamal attempted to score during the second half of a World Cup semifinal match at Dallas Stadium in Arlington, July 14, 2026.

Spain forward Lamine Yamal (19) is taken down by France midfielder Manu Koné (6) as Yamal attempted to score during the second half of a World Cup semifinal match at Dallas Stadium in Arlington, July 14, 2026.

Tom Fox/The Dallas Morning NewsSpain defender Eric García (4) and France midfielder Manu Koné (6) go up to head the ball during the second half of a World Cup semifinal match at Dallas Stadium in Arlington, July 14, 2026.

Spain defender Eric García (4) and France midfielder Manu Koné (6) go up to head the ball during the second half of a World Cup semifinal match at Dallas Stadium in Arlington, July 14, 2026.

Tom Fox/The Dallas Morning NewsSpain forward Lamine Yamal (19) tackles France defender Théo Hernández (19), turning the ball over during the second half of a World Cup semifinal match at Dallas Stadium in Arlington, July 14, 2026.

Spain forward Lamine Yamal (19) tackles France defender Théo Hernández (19), turning the ball over during the second half of a World Cup semifinal match at Dallas Stadium in Arlington, July 14, 2026.

Tom Fox/The Dallas Morning NewsSpain forward Lamine Yamal (19) steps away after taking down France midfielder Désiré Doué (20) during the second half of a World Cup semifinal match at Dallas Stadium in Arlington, July 14, 2026.

Spain forward Lamine Yamal (19) steps away after taking down France midfielder Désiré Doué (20) during the second half of a World Cup semifinal match at Dallas Stadium in Arlington, July 14, 2026.

Tom Fox/The Dallas Morning NewsFrance defender Théo Hernández (19) leaps over Spain goalkeeper Unai Simón (23) as he tried to score during the second half of a World Cup semifinal match at Dallas Stadium in Arlington, July 14, 2026.

France defender Théo Hernández (19) leaps over Spain goalkeeper Unai Simón (23) as he tried to score during the second half of a World Cup semifinal match at Dallas Stadium in Arlington, July 14, 2026.

Tom Fox/The Dallas Morning NewsFrance defender Théo Hernández (19) and Spain midfielder Ferrán Torres (7) leap to head the ball at the top of the box during the second half of a World Cup semifinal match at Dallas Stadium in Arlington, July 14, 2026.

France defender Théo Hernández (19) and Spain midfielder Ferrán Torres (7) leap to head the ball at the top of the box during the second half of a World Cup semifinal match at Dallas Stadium in Arlington, July 14, 2026.

Tom Fox/The Dallas Morning NewsSpain forward Lamine Yamal (19) takes a shot against France defender Lucas Digne (3) during the second half of a World Cup semifinal match at Dallas Stadium in Arlington, July 14, 2026. Though he scored, it was ruled he was offsides.

Spain forward Lamine Yamal (19) takes a shot against France defender Lucas Digne (3) during the second half of a World Cup semifinal match at Dallas Stadium in Arlington, July 14, 2026. Though he scored, it was ruled he was offsides.

Tom Fox/The Dallas Morning NewsFrance goalkeeper Mike Maignan (16) watches as Spain defender Pedro Porro (12) celebrates his second half goal in 2a World Cup semifinal match at Dallas Stadium in Arlington, July 14, 2026.

France goalkeeper Mike Maignan (16) watches as Spain defender Pedro Porro (12) celebrates his second half goal in 2a World Cup semifinal match at Dallas Stadium in Arlington, July 14, 2026.

Tom Fox/The Dallas Morning NewsSpain midfielder Mikel Oyarzabal (21) takes a shot past France defender Maxence Lacroix (26) and midfielder Aurélien Tchouaméni (8) during the second half of a World Cup semifinal match at Dallas Stadium in Arlington, July 14, 2026.

Spain midfielder Mikel Oyarzabal (21) takes a shot past France defender Maxence Lacroix (26) and midfielder Aurélien Tchouaméni (8) during the second half of a World Cup semifinal match at Dallas Stadium in Arlington, July 14, 2026.

Tom Fox/The Dallas Morning NewsSpain manager Luis de la Fuente encourages his forward Lamine Yamal (19) t get up after he was taken down during the second half of a World Cup semifinal match against France at Dallas Stadium in Arlington, July 14, 2026.

Spain manager Luis de la Fuente encourages his forward Lamine Yamal (19) t get up after he was taken down during the second half of a World Cup semifinal match against France at Dallas Stadium in Arlington, July 14, 2026.

Tom Fox/The Dallas Morning NewsSpain forward Lamine Yamal (19) is pushed to the pitch by France defender Lucas Digne (3) during the first half of a World Cup semifinal match at Dallas Stadium in Arlington, July 14, 2026.

Spain forward Lamine Yamal (19) is pushed to the pitch by France defender Lucas Digne (3) during the first half of a World Cup semifinal match at Dallas Stadium in Arlington, July 14, 2026.

Tom Fox/The Dallas Morning NewsSpain goalkeeper Unai Simón (23) and midfielder Mikel Oyarzabal (21) redirect the ball against France during the first half of a World Cup semifinal match at Dallas Stadium in Arlington, July 14, 2026.

Spain goalkeeper Unai Simón (23) and midfielder Mikel Oyarzabal (21) redirect the ball against France during the first half of a World Cup semifinal match at Dallas Stadium in Arlington, July 14, 2026.

Tom Fox/The Dallas Morning NewsFrance forward Kylian Mbappé (10) leaps over the sliding tackle of Spain goalkeeper Unai Simón (23) during the first half of a World Cup semifinal match at Dallas Stadium in Arlington, July 14, 2026.

France forward Kylian Mbappé (10) leaps over the sliding tackle of Spain goalkeeper Unai Simón (23) during the first half of a World Cup semifinal match at Dallas Stadium in Arlington, July 14, 2026.

Tom Fox/The Dallas Morning NewsFrance soccer supporters cheer on their team during the first half of a World Cup semifinal match against Spain at Dallas Stadium in Arlington, July 14, 2026.

France soccer supporters cheer on their team during the first half of a World Cup semifinal match against Spain at Dallas Stadium in Arlington, July 14, 2026.

Tom Fox/The Dallas Morning NewsFrance forward Kylian Mbappé (10) waits for the sprinklers to turn off during a first half hydration break in a World Cup semifinal match against Spain at Dallas Stadium in Arlington, July 14, 2026.

France forward Kylian Mbappé (10) waits for the sprinklers to turn off during a first half hydration break in a World Cup semifinal match against Spain at Dallas Stadium in Arlington, July 14, 2026.

Tom Fox/The Dallas Morning NewsSpain midfielder Mikel Oyarzabal (21) is celebrated on his penally kick score with teammates Lamine Yamal (19) and Dani Olmo (10) during the first half of a World Cup semifinal match at Dallas Stadium in Arlington, July 14, 2026.

Spain midfielder Mikel Oyarzabal (21) is celebrated on his penally kick score with teammates Lamine Yamal (19) and Dani Olmo (10) during the first half of a World Cup semifinal match at Dallas Stadium in Arlington, July 14, 2026.

Tom Fox/The Dallas Morning NewsSpain midfielder Mikel Oyarzabal (21) celebrates his first half score off a penalty kick in a World Cup semifinal match at Dallas Stadium in Arlington, July 14, 2026.

Spain midfielder Mikel Oyarzabal (21) celebrates his first half score off a penalty kick in a World Cup semifinal match at Dallas Stadium in Arlington, July 14, 2026.

Tom Fox/The Dallas Morning NewsSpain forward Lamine Yamal is attended to an injury by teammates Dani Olmo (10) and Mikel Oyarzabal (21) during the first half of a World Cup semifinal match against France at Dallas Stadium in Arlington, July 14, 2026. The penalty set up the only goal in the first half.

Spain forward Lamine Yamal is attended to an injury by teammates Dani Olmo (10) and Mikel Oyarzabal (21) during the first half of a World Cup semifinal match against France at Dallas Stadium in Arlington, July 14, 2026. The penalty set up the only goal in the first half.

Tom Fox/The Dallas Morning NewsSpain forward Lamine Yamal (19) is kicked by France defender Lucas Digne (3) during the first half of a World Cup semifinal match at Dallas Stadium in Arlington, July 14, 2026. The kick resulted in a penalty inside the box. Spain scored on the penalty kick.

Spain forward Lamine Yamal (19) is kicked by France defender Lucas Digne (3) during the first half of a World Cup semifinal match at Dallas Stadium in Arlington, July 14, 2026. The kick resulted in a penalty inside the box. Spain scored on the penalty kick.

Tom Fox/The Dallas Morning Newsduring the first half of a World Cup semifinal match at Dallas Stadium in Arlington, July 14, 2026.

during the first half of a World Cup semifinal match at Dallas Stadium in Arlington, July 14, 2026.

Tom Fox/The Dallas Morning NewsThe flag bearers for Spain and France lead the players and kids onto the pitch for the national anthems during a World Cup semifinal match at Dallas Stadium in Arlington, July 14, 2026.

The flag bearers for Spain and France lead the players and kids onto the pitch for the national anthems during a World Cup semifinal match at Dallas Stadium in Arlington, July 14, 2026.

Tom Fox/The Dallas Morning NewsAurora Lopez of Dallas sports a rooster hat in support of France as she waits in line for a World Cup semifinal match at Dallas Stadium in Arlington, July 14, 2026. France is facing Spain.

Aurora Lopez of Dallas sports a rooster hat in support of France as she waits in line for a World Cup semifinal match at Dallas Stadium in Arlington, July 14, 2026. France is facing Spain.

Tom Fox/The Dallas Morning NewsParisian Emma Jeffrey of Dallas covered parts of her body with glitter before a World Cup semifinal match at Dallas Stadium in Arlington, July 14, 2026. France is facing Spain.

Parisian Emma Jeffrey of Dallas covered parts of her body with glitter before a World Cup semifinal match at Dallas Stadium in Arlington, July 14, 2026. France is facing Spain.

Tom Fox/The Dallas Morning NewsParisian Emma Jeffrey and her husband TJ Jeffrey of Dallas take in the scene on the outdoor plaza before a World Cup semifinal match at Dallas Stadium in Arlington, July 14, 2026. France is facing Spain.

Parisian Emma Jeffrey and her husband TJ Jeffrey of Dallas take in the scene on the outdoor plaza before a World Cup semifinal match at Dallas Stadium in Arlington, July 14, 2026. France is facing Spain.

Tom Fox/The Dallas Morning NewsColors of the French flag begins to run in the heat on Shelby Smith of Dahlonega, Georgia before a World Cup semifinal match on the Dallas Stadium outdoor plaza in Arlington, July 14, 2026.

Colors of the French flag begins to run in the heat on Shelby Smith of Dahlonega, Georgia before a World Cup semifinal match on the Dallas Stadium outdoor plaza in Arlington, July 14, 2026.

Tom Fox/The Dallas Morning NewsTrick roper Kent Durham entertains soccer supporters before a World Cup semifinal match between Spain and France at Dallas Stadium in Arlington, July 14, 2026.

Trick roper Kent Durham entertains soccer supporters before a World Cup semifinal match between Spain and France at Dallas Stadium in Arlington, July 14, 2026.

Tom Fox/The Dallas Morning NewsTrick roper Kent Durham entertains soccer supporters before a World Cup semifinal match between Spain and France at Dallas Stadium in Arlington, July 14, 2026.

Trick roper Kent Durham entertains soccer supporters before a World Cup semifinal match between Spain and France at Dallas Stadium in Arlington, July 14, 2026.

Tom Fox/The Dallas Morning NewsSoccer supporters arrive for a World Cup semifinal match between France and Spain at Dallas Stadium in Arlington, July 14, 2026. They are reflected in the Sky Mirror water basin outside the stadium.

Soccer supporters arrive for a World Cup semifinal match between France and Spain at Dallas Stadium in Arlington, July 14, 2026. They are reflected in the Sky Mirror water basin outside the stadium.

Tom Fox/The Dallas Morning NewsFans arrive for a World Cup semifinal match between France and Spain at Dallas Stadium in Arlington, July 14, 2026. They are reflected in the Sky Mirror water basin outside the stadium.

Fans arrive for a World Cup semifinal match between France and Spain at Dallas Stadium in Arlington, July 14, 2026. They are reflected in the Sky Mirror water basin outside the stadium.

Tom Fox/The Dallas Morning NewsFrance soccer supporter Valerie Leong of Singapore uses a photo of France midfielder Désiré Doué for a fan as she waits in the sun for a World Cup semifinal match at Dallas Stadium in Arlington, July 14, 2026.

France soccer supporter Valerie Leong of Singapore uses a photo of France midfielder Désiré Doué for a fan as she waits in the sun for a World Cup semifinal match at Dallas Stadium in Arlington, July 14, 2026.

Tom Fox/The Dallas Morning NewsDuring the second half of a FIFA World Cup semifinal game, on Tuesday, July 14, 2026 at Dallas Stadium in Arlington.

During the second half of a FIFA World Cup semifinal game, on Tuesday, July 14, 2026 at Dallas Stadium in Arlington.

Shafkat Anowar/The Dallas Morning NewsSpain fans celebrate after their side’s win against France in FIFA World Cup semifinal game, on Tuesday, July 14, 2026 at Dallas Stadium in Arlington.

Spain fans celebrate after their side’s win against France in FIFA World Cup semifinal game, on Tuesday, July 14, 2026 at Dallas Stadium in Arlington.

Shafkat Anowar/The Dallas Morning NewsSpain fans celebrate after their side’s win against France in FIFA World Cup semifinal game, on Tuesday, July 14, 2026 at Dallas Stadium in Arlington.

Spain fans celebrate after their side’s win against France in FIFA World Cup semifinal game, on Tuesday, July 14, 2026 at Dallas Stadium in Arlington.

Shafkat Anowar/The Dallas Morning NewsDuring the second half of a FIFA World Cup semifinal game, on Tuesday, July 14, 2026 at Dallas Stadium in Arlington.

During the second half of a FIFA World Cup semifinal game, on Tuesday, July 14, 2026 at Dallas Stadium in Arlington.

Shafkat Anowar/The Dallas Morning NewsSpain fans celebrate after their side’s win against France in FIFA World Cup semifinal game, on Tuesday, July 14, 2026 at Dallas Stadium in Arlington.

Spain fans celebrate after their side’s win against France in FIFA World Cup semifinal game, on Tuesday, July 14, 2026 at Dallas Stadium in Arlington.

Shafkat Anowar/The Dallas Morning NewsSpain fans celebrate after their side’s win against France in FIFA World Cup semifinal game, on Tuesday, July 14, 2026 at Dallas Stadium in Arlington.

Spain fans celebrate after their side’s win against France in FIFA World Cup semifinal game, on Tuesday, July 14, 2026 at Dallas Stadium in Arlington.

Shafkat Anowar/The Dallas Morning NewsSpain fans celebrate after their side’s win against France in FIFA World Cup semifinal game, on Tuesday, July 14, 2026 at Dallas Stadium in Arlington.

Spain fans celebrate after their side’s win against France in FIFA World Cup semifinal game, on Tuesday, July 14, 2026 at Dallas Stadium in Arlington.

Shafkat Anowar/The Dallas Morning NewsSpain fans celebrate after their side’s win against France in FIFA World Cup semifinal game, on Tuesday, July 14, 2026 at Dallas Stadium in Arlington.

Spain fans celebrate after their side’s win against France in FIFA World Cup semifinal game, on Tuesday, July 14, 2026 at Dallas Stadium in Arlington.

Shafkat Anowar/The Dallas Morning NewsSpain defender Pedro Porro (12) celebrates after scoring his side’s second goal during the second half of a FIFA World Cup semifinal game against France, on Tuesday, July 14, 2026 at Dallas Stadium in Arlington.

Spain defender Pedro Porro (12) celebrates after scoring his side’s second goal during the second half of a FIFA World Cup semifinal game against France, on Tuesday, July 14, 2026 at Dallas Stadium in Arlington.

Shafkat Anowar/The Dallas Morning NewsSpain defender Pedro Porro (12) celebrates after scoring his side’s second goal with forward Lamine Yamal (19) during the second half of a FIFA World Cup semifinal game against France, on Tuesday, July 14, 2026 at Dallas Stadium in Arlington.

Spain defender Pedro Porro (12) celebrates after scoring his side’s second goal with forward Lamine Yamal (19) during the second half of a FIFA World Cup semifinal game against France, on Tuesday, July 14, 2026 at Dallas Stadium in Arlington.

Shafkat Anowar/The Dallas Morning NewsSpain defender Pedro Porro (12) celebrates after scoring his side’s second goal during the second half of a FIFA World Cup semifinal game against France, on Tuesday, July 14, 2026 at Dallas Stadium in Arlington.

Spain defender Pedro Porro (12) celebrates after scoring his side’s second goal during the second half of a FIFA World Cup semifinal game against France, on Tuesday, July 14, 2026 at Dallas Stadium in Arlington.

Shafkat Anowar/The Dallas Morning NewsSpain defender Pedro Porro (12) celebrates with his teammates after scoring his side’s second goal during the second half of a FIFA World Cup semifinal game against France, on Tuesday, July 14, 2026 at Dallas Stadium in Arlington.

Spain defender Pedro Porro (12) celebrates with his teammates after scoring his side’s second goal during the second half of a FIFA World Cup semifinal game against France, on Tuesday, July 14, 2026 at Dallas Stadium in Arlington.

Shafkat Anowar/The Dallas Morning NewsSpain defender Pedro Porro (12) celebrates with his teammates after scoring his side’s second goal during the second half of a FIFA World Cup semifinal game against France, on Tuesday, July 14, 2026 at Dallas Stadium in Arlington.

Spain defender Pedro Porro (12) celebrates with his teammates after scoring his side’s second goal during the second half of a FIFA World Cup semifinal game against France, on Tuesday, July 14, 2026 at Dallas Stadium in Arlington.

Shafkat Anowar/The Dallas Morning NewsSpain defender Pedro Porro (12) celebrates after scoring his side’s second goal during the second half of a FIFA World Cup semifinal game against France, on Tuesday, July 14, 2026 at Dallas Stadium in Arlington.

Spain defender Pedro Porro (12) celebrates after scoring his side’s second goal during the second half of a FIFA World Cup semifinal game against France, on Tuesday, July 14, 2026 at Dallas Stadium in Arlington.

Shafkat Anowar/The Dallas Morning NewsSpain defender Pedro Porro (12) shoots and scores his side’s second goal against France goalkeeper Mike Maignan (16) during the second half of a FIFA World Cup semifinal game, on Tuesday, July 14, 2026 at Dallas Stadium in Arlington.

Spain defender Pedro Porro (12) shoots and scores his side’s second goal against France goalkeeper Mike Maignan (16) during the second half of a FIFA World Cup semifinal game, on Tuesday, July 14, 2026 at Dallas Stadium in Arlington.

Shafkat Anowar/The Dallas Morning NewsFrance midfielder Adrien Rabiot (14) defends against Spain midfielder Fabián Ruiz (8) during the second half of a FIFA World Cup semifinal game, on Tuesday, July 14, 2026 at Dallas Stadium in Arlington.

France midfielder Adrien Rabiot (14) defends against Spain midfielder Fabián Ruiz (8) during the second half of a FIFA World Cup semifinal game, on Tuesday, July 14, 2026 at Dallas Stadium in Arlington.

Shafkat Anowar/The Dallas Morning NewsSpain midfielder Mikel Oyarzabal (21) clashes against Spain goalkeeper Unai Simón while trying to clear the ball in a free kick during the first half of a FIFA World Cup semifinal game, on Tuesday, July 14, 2026 at Dallas Stadium in Arlington.

Spain midfielder Mikel Oyarzabal (21) clashes against Spain goalkeeper Unai Simón while trying to clear the ball in a free kick during the first half of a FIFA World Cup semifinal game, on Tuesday, July 14, 2026 at Dallas Stadium in Arlington.

Shafkat Anowar/The Dallas Morning NewsSpain defender Eric García (center) clears the ball against Spain defender Aymeric Laporte (14) from the penalty box in a free kick during the first half of a FIFA World Cup semifinal game, on Tuesday, July 14, 2026 at Dallas Stadium in Arlington.

Spain defender Eric García (center) clears the ball against Spain defender Aymeric Laporte (14) from the penalty box in a free kick during the first half of a FIFA World Cup semifinal game, on Tuesday, July 14, 2026 at Dallas Stadium in Arlington.

Shafkat Anowar/The Dallas Morning NewsFrance forward Kylian Mbappé (10) looks to receive a lob pass agains Spain defender Aymeric Laporte (14) during the first half of a FIFA World Cup semifinal game, on Tuesday, July 14, 2026 at Dallas Stadium in Arlington.

France forward Kylian Mbappé (10) looks to receive a lob pass agains Spain defender Aymeric Laporte (14) during the first half of a FIFA World Cup semifinal game, on Tuesday, July 14, 2026 at Dallas Stadium in Arlington.

Shafkat Anowar/The Dallas Morning NewsFrance forward Kylian Mbappé (10) passes the ball pst Spain defender Pau Cubarsí (22) during the second half of a FIFA World Cup semifinal game, on Tuesday, July 14, 2026 at Dallas Stadium in Arlington.

France forward Kylian Mbappé (10) passes the ball pst Spain defender Pau Cubarsí (22) during the second half of a FIFA World Cup semifinal game, on Tuesday, July 14, 2026 at Dallas Stadium in Arlington.

Shafkat Anowar/The Dallas Morning NewsFrance forward Kylian Mbappé (10) dribbles past Spain defender Aymeric Laporte (14) during the first half of a FIFA World Cup semifinal game, on Tuesday, July 14, 2026 at Dallas Stadium in Arlington.

France forward Kylian Mbappé (10) dribbles past Spain defender Aymeric Laporte (14) during the first half of a FIFA World Cup semifinal game, on Tuesday, July 14, 2026 at Dallas Stadium in Arlington.

Shafkat Anowar/The Dallas Morning NewsSpain midfielder Álex Baena crosses the ball past France defender Jules Koundé (5) during the first half of a FIFA World Cup semifinal game, on Tuesday, July 14, 2026 at Dallas Stadium in Arlington.

Spain midfielder Álex Baena crosses the ball past France defender Jules Koundé (5) during the first half of a FIFA World Cup semifinal game, on Tuesday, July 14, 2026 at Dallas Stadium in Arlington.

Shafkat Anowar/The Dallas Morning NewsFrance midfielder Adrien Rabiot (left) keeps Spain midfielder Fabián Ruiz (8) away from the ball during the first half of a FIFA World Cup semifinal game, on Tuesday, July 14, 2026 at Dallas Stadium in Arlington.

France midfielder Adrien Rabiot (left) keeps Spain midfielder Fabián Ruiz (8) away from the ball during the first half of a FIFA World Cup semifinal game, on Tuesday, July 14, 2026 at Dallas Stadium in Arlington.

Shafkat Anowar/The Dallas Morning NewsThe Dallas Stadium is pictured ahead of a FIFA World Cup semifinal match between Spain and France, on Tuesday, July 14, 2026 , at Dallas Stadium in Arlington.

The Dallas Stadium is pictured ahead of a FIFA World Cup semifinal match between Spain and France, on Tuesday, July 14, 2026 , at Dallas Stadium in Arlington.

Shafkat Anowar/The Dallas Morning NewsSpain fans toss another fan in the air as they celebrate after winning a World Cup semifinal match against France at FIFA Fan Festival on Tuesday, July 14, 2026, in Dallas.

Spain fans toss another fan in the air as they celebrate after winning a World Cup semifinal match against France at FIFA Fan Festival on Tuesday, July 14, 2026, in Dallas.

Elías Valverde II/The Dallas Morning NewsSpain fans celebrate after winning a World Cup semifinal match against France at FIFA Fan Festival on Tuesday, July 14, 2026, in Dallas.

Spain fans celebrate after winning a World Cup semifinal match against France at FIFA Fan Festival on Tuesday, July 14, 2026, in Dallas.

Elías Valverde II/The Dallas Morning NewsSpain fans celebrate after winning a World Cup semifinal match against France at FIFA Fan Festival on Tuesday, July 14, 2026, in Dallas.

Spain fans celebrate after winning a World Cup semifinal match against France at FIFA Fan Festival on Tuesday, July 14, 2026, in Dallas.

Elías Valverde II/The Dallas Morning NewsSpain fans celebrate in the closing minutes of a World Cup semifinal match against France at FIFA Fan Festival on Tuesday, July 14, 2026, in Dallas.

Spain fans celebrate in the closing minutes of a World Cup semifinal match against France at FIFA Fan Festival on Tuesday, July 14, 2026, in Dallas.

Elías Valverde II/The Dallas Morning NewsSpain fans pose for photos while watching a World Cup semifinal match against France at FIFA Fan Festival on Tuesday, July 14, 2026, in Dallas.

Spain fans pose for photos while watching a World Cup semifinal match against France at FIFA Fan Festival on Tuesday, July 14, 2026, in Dallas.

Elías Valverde II/The Dallas Morning NewsSpain fans react after a first half goal while watching a World Cup semifinal match against France at FIFA Fan Festival on Tuesday, July 14, 2026, in Dallas.

Spain fans react after a first half goal while watching a World Cup semifinal match against France at FIFA Fan Festival on Tuesday, July 14, 2026, in Dallas.

Elías Valverde II/The Dallas Morning NewsSoccer fans walk through Fair Park before watching a World Cup semifinal match between France and Spain at FIFA Fan Festival on Tuesday, July 14, 2026, in Dallas.

Soccer fans walk through Fair Park before watching a World Cup semifinal match between France and Spain at FIFA Fan Festival on Tuesday, July 14, 2026, in Dallas.

Elías Valverde II/The Dallas Morning NewsSpain fans celebrate at the end of a second half of a FIFA World Cup semifinal match between Spain and France at a Texas Live! watch party in Arlington, Tuesday, July 14, 2026. Spain defeated France, 0-2.

Spain fans celebrate at the end of a second half of a FIFA World Cup semifinal match between Spain and France at a Texas Live! watch party in Arlington, Tuesday, July 14, 2026. Spain defeated France, 0-2.

Juan Figueroa/The Dallas Morning NewsSpain fans celebrate at the end of a second half of a FIFA World Cup semifinal match between Spain and France at a Texas Live! watch party in Arlington, Tuesday, July 14, 2026. Spain defeated France, 0-2.

Spain fans celebrate at the end of a second half of a FIFA World Cup semifinal match between Spain and France at a Texas Live! watch party in Arlington, Tuesday, July 14, 2026. Spain defeated France, 0-2.

Juan Figueroa/The Dallas Morning NewsSpain fans celebrate towards the end of a second half of a FIFA World Cup semifinal match between Spain and France at a Texas Live! watch party in Arlington, Tuesday, July 14, 2026. Spain defeated France, 0-2.

Spain fans celebrate towards the end of a second half of a FIFA World Cup semifinal match between Spain and France at a Texas Live! watch party in Arlington, Tuesday, July 14, 2026. Spain defeated France, 0-2.

Juan Figueroa/The Dallas Morning NewsSpain fans celebrate towards the end of a second half of a FIFA World Cup semifinal match between Spain and France at a Texas Live! watch party in Arlington, Tuesday, July 14, 2026. Spain defeated France, 0-2.

Spain fans celebrate towards the end of a second half of a FIFA World Cup semifinal match between Spain and France at a Texas Live! watch party in Arlington, Tuesday, July 14, 2026. Spain defeated France, 0-2.

Juan Figueroa/The Dallas Morning NewsSpain fans celebrate during a FIFA World Cup semifinal match watch party between Spain and France at Texas Live! in Arlington, Tuesday, July 14, 2026. Spain defeated France, 0-2.

Spain fans celebrate during a FIFA World Cup semifinal match watch party between Spain and France at Texas Live! in Arlington, Tuesday, July 14, 2026. Spain defeated France, 0-2.

Juan Figueroa/The Dallas Morning NewsSpain fans celebrate a goal by Spain defender Pedro Porro (12) during a FIFA World Cup semifinal match watch party between Spain and France at Texas Live! in Arlington, Tuesday, July 14, 2026. Spain defeated France, 0-2.

Spain fans celebrate a goal by Spain defender Pedro Porro (12) during a FIFA World Cup semifinal match watch party between Spain and France at Texas Live! in Arlington, Tuesday, July 14, 2026. Spain defeated France, 0-2.

Juan Figueroa/The Dallas Morning NewsFrance fans react as Spain fans celebrate during the second half of a FIFA World Cup semifinal match watch party at Texas Live! in Arlington, Tuesday, July 14, 2026. Spain defeated France, 0-2.

France fans react as Spain fans celebrate during the second half of a FIFA World Cup semifinal match watch party at Texas Live! in Arlington, Tuesday, July 14, 2026. Spain defeated France, 0-2.

Juan Figueroa/The Dallas Morning NewsSpain fans celebrate a goal by Spain midfielder Mikel Oyarzabal (21) during a FIFA World Cup semifinal match between Spain and France at a Texas Live! watch party in Arlington, Tuesday, July 14, 2026. Spain defeated France, 0-2.

Spain fans celebrate a goal by Spain midfielder Mikel Oyarzabal (21) during a FIFA World Cup semifinal match between Spain and France at a Texas Live! watch party in Arlington, Tuesday, July 14, 2026. Spain defeated France, 0-2.

Juan Figueroa/The Dallas Morning NewsFrance fans react during the first half of a FIFA World Cup semifinal match between Spain and France at a Texas Live! watch party in Arlington, Tuesday, July 14, 2026. Spain defeated France, 0-2.

France fans react during the first half of a FIFA World Cup semifinal match between Spain and France at a Texas Live! watch party in Arlington, Tuesday, July 14, 2026. Spain defeated France, 0-2.

Juan Figueroa/The Dallas Morning NewsFrance fans cheer before a FIFA World Cup semifinal match between Spain and France at a Texas Live! watch party in Arlington, Tuesday, July 14, 2026. Spain defeated France, 0-2.

France fans cheer before a FIFA World Cup semifinal match between Spain and France at a Texas Live! watch party in Arlington, Tuesday, July 14, 2026. Spain defeated France, 0-2.

Juan Figueroa/The Dallas Morning NewsFans gather outside of the Live! by Loews before a FIFA World Cup semifinal match between Spain and France in Arlington, Tuesday, July 14, 2026. Dallas Stadium is photographed in the background.

Fans gather outside of the Live! by Loews before a FIFA World Cup semifinal match between Spain and France in Arlington, Tuesday, July 14, 2026. Dallas Stadium is photographed in the background.

Juan Figueroa/The Dallas Morning NewsFans gather outside of the Live! by Loews before a FIFA World Cup semifinal match between Spain and France in Arlington, Tuesday, July 14, 2026. Dallas Stadium is photographed in the background.

Fans gather outside of the Live! by Loews before a FIFA World Cup semifinal match between Spain and France in Arlington, Tuesday, July 14, 2026. Dallas Stadium is photographed in the background.

Juan Figueroa/The Dallas Morning NewsFans gather outside of the Live! by Loews before a FIFA World Cup semifinal match between Spain and France in Arlington, Tuesday, July 14, 2026. Dallas Stadium is photographed in the background.

Fans gather outside of the Live! by Loews before a FIFA World Cup semifinal match between Spain and France in Arlington, Tuesday, July 14, 2026. Dallas Stadium is photographed in the background.

Juan Figueroa/The Dallas Morning NewsFrance fan Laura Domergue of Flower Mound wears a hat with Remy, the rat from Ratatouille, before a FIFA World Cup semifinal match between Spain and France at Dallas Stadium in Arlington, Tuesday, July 14, 2026.

France fan Laura Domergue of Flower Mound wears a hat with Remy, the rat from Ratatouille, before a FIFA World Cup semifinal match between Spain and France at Dallas Stadium in Arlington, Tuesday, July 14, 2026.

Juan Figueroa/The Dallas Morning NewsSpanish fans march to Dallas Stadium before the FIFA World Cup semifinal match between Spain and France in Arlington, Tuesday, July 14, 2026.

Spanish fans march to Dallas Stadium before the FIFA World Cup semifinal match between Spain and France in Arlington, Tuesday, July 14, 2026.

Juan Figueroa/The Dallas Morning NewsSpanish fans march to Dallas Stadium before the FIFA World Cup semifinal match between Spain and France in Arlington, Tuesday, July 14, 2026.

Spanish fans march to Dallas Stadium before the FIFA World Cup semifinal match between Spain and France in Arlington, Tuesday, July 14, 2026.

Juan Figueroa/The Dallas Morning NewsSpanish fans march to Dallas Stadium before the FIFA World Cup semifinal match between Spain and France in Arlington, Tuesday, July 14, 2026.

Spanish fans march to Dallas Stadium before the FIFA World Cup semifinal match between Spain and France in Arlington, Tuesday, July 14, 2026.

Juan Figueroa/The Dallas Morning NewsSpanish fans march to Dallas Stadium before the FIFA World Cup semifinal match between Spain and France in Arlington, Tuesday, July 14, 2026.

Spanish fans march to Dallas Stadium before the FIFA World Cup semifinal match between Spain and France in Arlington, Tuesday, July 14, 2026.

Juan Figueroa/The Dallas Morning NewsSpanish fans march to Dallas Stadium before the FIFA World Cup semifinal match between Spain and France in Arlington, Tuesday, July 14, 2026.

Spanish fans march to Dallas Stadium before the FIFA World Cup semifinal match between Spain and France in Arlington, Tuesday, July 14, 2026.

Juan Figueroa/The Dallas Morning NewsSpanish fans march to Dallas Stadium before the FIFA World Cup semifinal match between Spain and France in Arlington, Tuesday, July 14, 2026.

Spanish fans march to Dallas Stadium before the FIFA World Cup semifinal match between Spain and France in Arlington, Tuesday, July 14, 2026.

Juan Figueroa/The Dallas Morning NewsSpanish fans march to Dallas Stadium before the FIFA World Cup semifinal match between Spain and France in Arlington, Tuesday, July 14, 2026.

Spanish fans march to Dallas Stadium before the FIFA World Cup semifinal match between Spain and France in Arlington, Tuesday, July 14, 2026.

Juan Figueroa/The Dallas Morning NewsSete Fernandez blows a trump as he hypes up other Spanish fans as they prepare a march to Dallas Stadium before the FIFA World Cup semifinal match between Spain and France in Arlington, Tuesday, July 14, 2026.

Sete Fernandez blows a trump as he hypes up other Spanish fans as they prepare a march to Dallas Stadium before the FIFA World Cup semifinal match between Spain and France in Arlington, Tuesday, July 14, 2026.

Juan Figueroa/The Dallas Morning NewsDavid Cebollada (center) hypes up other Spanish fans as they prepare a march to Dallas Stadium before the FIFA World Cup semifinal match between Spain and France in Arlington, Tuesday, July 14, 2026.

David Cebollada (center) hypes up other Spanish fans as they prepare a march to Dallas Stadium before the FIFA World Cup semifinal match between Spain and France in Arlington, Tuesday, July 14, 2026.

Juan Figueroa/The Dallas Morning News