Deschamps picks World Cup favourite ahead of the semi-finals

ByKehinde-Hassan Afolabi

France head coach Didier Deschamps has labeled semifinal opponents Spain as the clear favorites to reach the 2026 World Cup final, pointing to their clinical attack and defensive record of conceding just one goal.

France head coach Didier Deschamps has positioned Spain as the frontrunners ahead of their blockbuster 2026 World Cup semifinal clash in Dallas.

Despite managing the top-ranked nation, Deschamps pointed to Spain’s spectacular turnaround since an opening draw. “Spain are clear favorites, without a doubt,” Deschamps stated, heavily praising La Roja’s balanced tactical setup at both ends of the pitch.

The French manager played down his own team’s tag while highlighting Spain’s immense efficiency. “I’m not putting pressure on them. Scoring a lot, only one goal conceded… they’re favorites,” Deschamps added.

While downplaying previous losses to Spain, Deschamps expects a spectacular match and confirmed captain Kylian Mbappé is fit to lead France’s offensive response.

Kehinde-Hassan Afolabi is a football journalist whose deep tactical understanding of the game makes him a standout, captivating audiences across print, audio, and video. His poetic background brings a unique rhythm and depth to his work, seamlessly transforming analysis into artistry. With a knack for narration and research, he captures the drama of the game beyond tactics and statistics, making each piece of his; a compelling blend of insight and storytelling.

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