Live updates: Spain takes early lead over France in World Cup semifinal at Dallas Stadium

By admin — In News — July 14, 2026

   ​For the ninth and final time, Dallas Stadium is hosting a 2026 FIFA World Cup match.On Tuesday, in one of the tournament’s most anticipated games, France and Spain will face off with a shot at making the final in New York on the line.AdvertisementAdvertisementAdvertisementFrom Kylian Mbappé to Lamine Yamal, the stars will be out both on and off the field, and we will be there to cover it all.Follow along below with our writers and photographers on the scene at the home of the Dallas Cowboys in Arlington and keep up with all of the action:Kickoff is set for 2:00 p.m. on Fox and Telemundo. The game can also be streamed on Fox Sports and Peacock.2:22 p.m.The lobby of Live! by Loews hotel exploded into cheers as Spain scored the first goal of its game against France. Fans sporting Spain, Mexico and a few France jerseys congregated in the lobby and in spots around the stadium.AdvertisementAdvertisementAdvertisementNot having tickets to the semifinal didn’t dampen fans’ enthusiasm. People of all ages sat clustered on couches and on the floor, seeking out the big screen accompanied by air conditioning.— Katie Guenthner2:22 p.m.Spain 1, France 0Spain has taken its first lead of the match. Striker Mikel Oyarzabal converted a penalty kick to put his team ahead. Winger Lamine Yamal drew the foul as France defender Lucas Digne tried to clear the ball from goalkeeper Mike Maignan’s area.1:59 p.m.After the national anthems of Spain and France echoed through Dallas Stadium, indoor fireworks erupted above the field, drawing a roar from fans across the packed venue.AdvertisementAdvertisementAdvertisement— Maria Salette Ontiveros1:47 p.m.Moments before kickoff, internationally renowned DJ Steve Aoki took the stage, turning the stadium into a massive pregame party as fans from Spain and France danced, waved flags and sang along ahead of the FIFA World Cup semifinal.“It’s spectacular,” said Ali Fiore, 45, originally from Iran. “He’s opening the show, and he’s a world-famous DJ. It’s exciting to have someone of his caliber here before such a big match.”— Maria Salette Ontiveros1:35 p.m.Mich Munayer, Juan Mejia, Ricardo Arenas, Alejandro Arenas and Hugo Gómez traveled to the Spain vs. France match from Mexico City, wearing not only Mexico jerseys but also braids made of thread — a characteristic feature of traditional Mexican dolls.AdvertisementAdvertisementAdvertisement“When we bought the tickets, we didn’t know who would be playing in the semifinal, but honestly, we were dreaming it would be Mexico,” said Alejandro Arenas.The group was the loudest in the Fan Experience Zone at Dallas Stadium. With cheers and shouts of joy, they mingled with dozens of people who asked them for photos and videos because of their distinctive outfits.“We’ve been wearing this outfit since the World Cup in Qatar, and the braids are like those on the dolls sold in the state of Querétaro,” Gómez said. “And four years ago, we decided that e  

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