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Spain shuts down France and Mbappé to reach the World Cup final

Spain's defensive control, Yamal's penalty action and Porro's finish carried the semifinal.

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Editorial translation from the original Spanish article. Reviewed before publication.

Broad summary: Spain shut down France's attack and beat Kylian Mbappe's team 2-0 in the World Cup semifinal. The English headline is designed for international search around Spain, France, Mbappe and the final. What happened: Yamal won the penalty, Oyarzabal scored, and Porro sealed the win after combining with Dani Olmo. What is confirmed: Spain is in the final; France will play for third place. What remains uncertain: Spain's final opponent and the tactical choices for both teams in their last tournament match. Why it matters: Spain showed it can win a high-pressure match without needing chaos, while France lost its shot at a third straight final.

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