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Spain delivered a commanding exhibition of football to defeat the highly-rated French team 2-0 in Dallas, earning a spot in only their second World Cup final.
Football reporter John Bennett tells Lee James why this display from the European titleholders ranks among the finest he has witnessed at this tournament. Spanish football writer Ernest Macia explains how the current midfield unit, anchored by Rodri, merits comparison to the legendary duo of Xavi and Andrés Iniesta—the driving force behind the nation’s 2010 World Cup triumph.
French football journalist Sara Menai breaks down the shortcomings of Didier Deschamps’ squad, while South American football specialist Tim Vickery previews the second semi-final clash between reigning champions Argentina and 1966 victors England. More than the Score’s Delyth Lloyd joins from New York, where anticipation for Sunday’s showpiece is steadily mounting.
More than the Score delivers coverage extending beyond the men’s tournament itself—exploring emerging teams, breakout talents, cultural shifts, and fan communities that shape the competition in ways statistics alone cannot reveal. With 48 nations competing across Mexico, the United States, and Canada, this global service invites you to go deeper, from the opening group matches all the way to the final. Find More than the Score wherever you access your podcasts.
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