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Argentina national team coach Lionel Scaloni has described the upcoming 2026 World Cup semi-final between France and Spain as 'a final before its time,' acknowledging that both teams are the tournament's top favorites. The match is scheduled for Tuesday night at 9pm. Scaloni's comments highlight the high stakes and quality of the two sides, who are widely seen as the strongest contenders in the competition. The article, published by RMC Sport on July 11, 2026, also includes related video content and analysis from various pundits discussing the matchup, including Spanish confidence and French respect without fear. The semi-final follows Spain's 2-1 victory over Belgium and France's 2-0 win over Morocco in the quarter-finals.
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