The UEFA Nations League reaches its climax with a high-stakes semifinal showdown between Spain and France, set for Thursday, June 5 at 9:00 PM in Stuttgart. The two footballing giants will battle for a spot in the June 8 final in Munich, where Portugal awaits after edging out Germany 2-1 in the first semifinal.
Spain, under the guidance of Luis de la Fuente, are aiming to defend the title they claimed in 2023. The squad features a blend of youthful flair and experience, with rising stars Lamine Yamal and Nico Williams backed by Pedri and Fabián Ruiz. However, the reigning champions will be without key figures Rodri, Carvajal and Laporte.
Didier Deschamps' France bring firepower up front with Kylian Mbappé, Ousmane Dembélé and emerging talent Désiré Doué. But Les Bleus are dealing with a depleted back line, missing Camavinga, Koundé, Saliba and Upamecano.
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Probable line-ups
SPAIN (4-3-3): Unai Simon; Porro, Le Normand, Huijsen, Cucurella; Pedri, Zubimendi, Fabián Ruiz; Yamal, Morata, Nico Williams.
FRANCE (4-2-3-1): Maignan; Koundé, Upamecano, Saliba, Theo Hernandez; Tchouaméni, Rabiot; Dembélé, Olise, Doué; Mbappé.
