Spain have an almost fully fit squad ahead of tonight's World Cup semi-final against France, with only winger Victor Munoz listed as a doubt. Head coach Luis de la Fuente has rotated throughout the tournament, with Ferran Torres and Pedri both losing their starting places to Alex Baena and Fabian Ruiz.
Team News and Injury Updates
Lamine Yamal was not fit enough to start their opener, but has since done so for every game. He is expected to start again tonight. Mikel Oyarzabal has proved his credentials as the starting striker with four goals in the tournament, remaining an outside shout to win the Golden Boot. Captain Rodri anchors the midfield, with Dani Olmo in an attacking midfield role and either Fabian Ruiz or Pedri alongside him.
Defensive and Attacking Setup
Pau Cubarsi and Aymeric Laporte have formed a solid centre-back partnership, while Pedro Porro has won the battle for a starting berth at right-back over Marcos Llorente. New Real Madrid signing Marc Cucurella is influential from left-back, and Unai Simon will retain his place in goal. Mikel Merino came off the bench in Spain's last two knockout games and scored the winning goal, but will likely remain a substitute tonight. Nico Williams and Yeremy Pino will join him on the bench after recovering from mid-tournament injuries.
Predicted Lineup and Match Details
Predicted Spain XI vs France: Simon; Porro, Cubarsi, Laporte, Cucurella; Rodri, Pedri; Yamal, Olmo, Baena; Oyarzabal. Doubt: Munoz. The match will be broadcast on ITV1 at 8pm BST on Tuesday, July 14 at Dallas City Stadium.
