Following Portugal`s 2-1 victory over Germany in the first semifinal of the 2025 UEFA Nations League, France is set to clash with Spain on Thursday in the other semifinal match. The winning team will advance to face Portugal in the final on Sunday at the Allianz Arena in Munich.
France`s squad includes several key players who featured in PSG`s Champions League final win last week. Meanwhile, Spain enters the match aiming to defend the Nations League title they secured in the previous edition of the tournament.
Match Details
- Date: Thursday, June 5
- Time: 3 p.m. ET
- Location: MHP Arena — Stuttgart, Germany
- Odds: Spain +175; Draw +175; France +210
Last Encounter
Spain and France previously met in a thrilling 2-1 semifinal during the UEFA Euro 2024 tournament in July 2024. Luis de la Fuente`s Spanish side came from behind to win, with goals scored by Dani Olmo and Lamine Yamal, after France had initially taken the lead through Randal Kolo Muani. That victory propelled Spain to the Euro final, where they defeated England to lift the trophy.
Betting Tip
Kylian Mbappe to score +220 — Despite a somewhat underwhelming domestic season with Real Madrid, Mbappe had a productive debut campaign for the club, scoring 31 goals in 34 league appearances under then-coach Carlo Ancelotti. As a new era begins under Xabi Alonso, Mbappe will be keen to secure silverware with his national team this season.
Predicted Lineups
Spain XI: Unai Simon; Oscar Mingueza, Pau Cubarsi, Dean Huijsen, Marc Cucurella; Pedri, Fabian Ruiz; Lamine Yamal, Dani Olmo, Nico Williams; Alvaro Morata.
France XI: Mike Maignan; Pierre Kalulu, Ibrahima Konate, Clement Lenglet, Theo Hernandez; Kone, Adrien Rabiot; Ousmane Dembele, Michael Olise, Desire Doue; Kylian Mbappe.
Key Player to Watch
Lamine Yamal, Spain — The young Spanish sensation has enjoyed a phenomenal season with Barcelona. Having already played a key role in Spain`s Euro 2024 triumph, he is now looking to help his national team secure another trophy ahead of the upcoming club season. Spain manager Luis de la Fuente commented on his potential, stating, “Lamine`s future trajectory is going to be immense. But it`s our responsibility to take care of all the small details that are even more important than footballing ability. He`s going to have a fantastic future. If he keeps progressing like this, he could become a footballing legend.”
Prediction
Some French national team players may still be feeling the effects of the recent PSG Champions League celebrations. This factor could give Spain a slight advantage and potentially increase their chances of meeting Portugal in Sunday`s final. Forecast: Spain 2, France 1.
