France's World Cup dream extinguished in chastening semi-final loss to Spain

France's World Cup campaign ended in the semi-finals when Spain proved too much for Didier Deschamps' side. Per France 24, despite a run of breathtaking attacking performances, the French were outplayed and outsmarted by the European champions. The loss denies France a chance at a third consecutive World Cup final.

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