Kylian Mbappé is in high spirits as France gears up for their World Cup semi-final clash against Spain on Tuesday, July 14, 2026. Despite a missed penalty in the quarter-final against Morocco, the star forward's confidence remains unshaken, according to team sources.
The French national team, known as Les Bleus, have shown resilience throughout the tournament. Their quarter-final victory over Morocco on July 10 secured their spot in the semi-finals, where they will face a strong Spanish side.
Mbappé's performance has been a key factor in France's campaign, with his speed and skill posing a constant threat to defenses. The missed penalty against Morocco has not dampened his morale, as he focuses on the upcoming challenge.
Spain, who advanced after a dramatic penalty shootout against Germany, are expected to provide a tough test. The match is scheduled to take place at the Lusail Iconic Stadium in Qatar, with kick-off at 10:00 PM local time.
Fans and analysts alike are eager to see if Mbappé can lead France to their second consecutive World Cup final, following their triumph in 2018.