Frank Christian
As the Euro 2024 semifinals approach, Spain and France are gearing up for an exciting match. Spain, managed by Luis de la Fuente, has been a standout team in the tournament, topping Group B and winning all their group matches. They secured a spot in the semifinals with a 2-1 victory over hosts Germany in extra time.
On the other hand, France, led by Didier Deschamps, had a tougher journey to the semifinals, finishing second in Group D. They had to rely on an own goal to beat Belgium in the Round of 16 and won against Portugal in a penalty shootout in the quarterfinals.
This semifinal clash will be the first meeting between Spain and France in the European Championship since 2012, where Spain eventually defended their European crown.
Head-to-Head Record and History Between Spain and France
| Spain wins | Draws | France wins |
| 16 | 7 | 13 |
Spain has the edge in head-to-head clashes historically, with 16 wins compared to France’s 13 victories and seven draws. However, France claimed the most recent meeting with a 2-1 win in the 2021 UEFA Nations League final.
Past Encounters between Spain and France in Major Tournaments
The rivalry between Spain and France dates back to Euro ’84 when France defeated Spain in the final to claim their first European title. Subsequent meetings in Euro ’96, Euro 2000, and the 2006 World Cup saw France prevail over Spain in key knockout stage encounters.
Spain had their moment against France in Euro 2012, where they secured a victory on their way to winning the tournament and solidifying their status as one of the best international teams.
Watch Spain vs. France Live
| TV channel | Streaming | |
| USA | FOX | Fubo, Fox Sports app/website, ViX |
| Canada | TSN1, TSN3, TSN4, TSN5, TVA Sports | TVA+ |
| UK | BBC One | BBC iPlayer/website |
| Australia | — | Optus Sport |
| India | Sony Ten 2, 3, 2HD, 3HD | JioTV, Sony LIV |
For viewers in the US, the match will be broadcast on FOX and can be streamed online via Fubo, which offers a free seven-day trial. Other options include ViX for Spanish viewers. UK viewers can tune in to BBC One, while TSN and TVA Sports are the main broadcasters in Canada. In Australia, Optus Sport will cover the game, and viewers in India can watch on JioTV and Sony LIV.
Radio coverage of the match will also be available on SiriusXM FC.
