The World Cup has finally reached the semifinals. We've compiled everything you need to know about how to watch France vs. Spain, including free and global streaming options.
The first 2026 World Cup semifinal is a match-up between two European football heavyweights. Kylian Mbappé and France will duke it out against Lamine Yamal and Spain. France won the 2018 World Cup and reached the final at the 2022 tournament, but they ultimately fell to Argentina and couldn't go back-to-back, so it's safe to say they're vying for a return trip. Spain, the 2010 World Cup champions, were bounced in the Round of 16 in 2022, so they've already made it further this time around.
Today's match will take place in Texas. If you're hoping to tune in, you've come to the right place. Keep reading to learn some of the best international watch options. You can keep up with the rest of the tournament through our massive where to watch the World Cup streaming guide.
Where to watch France vs. Spain for free
World Cup fans in several countries are in luck this year. There are tons of free options for all of the games, including France vs. Spain. This match is available to stream for free on ITVX in the UK, SBS On Demand in Australia, Rai Play in Italy, Tabii in Turkey, ZDF in Germany, and RTVE in Spain.
US viewers can watch at no immediate cost with a free trial from a live TV service, such as Fubo or YouTube TV.
How to watch France vs. Spain from anywhere
If you're away from the location where any of these streaming services work, don't worry. You can access the free options from anywhere with a VPN (virtual private network). VPNs are easy-to-use apps that let people temporarily change the location on their devices so their favorite websites work from anywhere in the world. They're popular among those looking to keep up with their usual services while traveling abroad or hoping to boost their day-to-day cybersecurity and privacy.
NordVPN consistently ranks among the best VPNs we've tested. It's fast, user-friendly, and offers an impressive selection of global servers. Plus, it includes a 30-day money-back guarantee, so there's no sweat if it's not what you're looking for.
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Where to watch France vs. Spain in the US
France vs. Spain, along with the rest of the tournament, will air on FOX in the US. If you're a cord-cutter looking for a streaming service to watch the rest of the World Cup, you have several options.
YouTube TV carries FOX in both its main and sports plans. The main plan typically costs $83 a month, but a limited-time deal can bring the first five months down to $68 a month for new customers. Similarly, the sports plan typically costs $65 a month, but new users can get $10 a month off their first 12 months. YouTube TV also typically offers a free trial for first-time customers.
Fubo Sports + News offers FOX, FS1, and around 28 other channels in its lineup. Subscriptions also unlock access to ESPN Unlimited. If you're looking for even more channels, FOX is also available in Fubo's pricier Core and Ultra plans. Fubo plans start at $65 a month, but first-time customers can get at least $10 off their first month after a free trial.
Fans interested in Spanish-language coverage in the US will need to subscribe to Peacock. Sports-friendly plans start at $11 a month for Peacock Premium and unlock access to all 104 World Cup matches.
Where to watch France vs. Spain in the UK
BBC and ITV split coverage rights in the UK, but France vs. Spain is available on ITV. This means fans will be able to live stream all of the action for free with an ITVX account. Users just need to create an account if they don't already have one, and then they're all set to start watching.
Where to watch France vs. Spain in Australia
All World Cup games, including France vs. Spain, are available to live stream on SBS On Demand in Australia. This is a free streaming service that supports SBS channels and just requires account creation to use.
Where to watch France vs. Spain in Italy
The full World Cup tournament is available live on DAZN in Italy, but a handful of games are also on RAI, including today's France vs. Spain match. Rai Play is a free streaming option, and users just need to create an account if they don't already have one, and then they're all set to start streaming.
Where to watch France vs. Spain in Spain
In Spain, all 104 World Cup matches live stream on DAZN. However, select games are also available for free on RTVE, including today's France vs. Spain match. Users just need to sign up for an account if they don't already have one, and then they'll be able to watch.
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