Spain, France, Argentina and England beware: Demons haunt the World Cup semi-finals
Spain, France, Argentina, and England face psychological challenges heading into the World Cup semi-finals. Spain, having won their only prior semi-final against Germany in 2010, encounters France, who grapple with traumatic past semi-final losses. This rivalry is compounded by decades of historical moments that intensify the stakes for these teams.
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Published 13 Jul 2026, 14:45 UTC · Updated 13 Jul 2026, 17:20 UTC
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