Barcola and Tchouameni start for France, Spain unchanged for World Cup semifinal

Deschamps reshuffles his side for a spot in the final while Spain back the formula that brought them this far

FIFA World Cup 2026 - Round of 32 - France v Sweden - New York New Jersey Stadium, East Rutherford, New Jersey, US - Jun 30, 2026 France's Bradley Barcola celebrates scoring their second goal with Kylian Mbappe IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters/Vincent Carchietta

France recalled Bradley Barcola to their attack and Aurelien Tchouameni in midfield for their World Cup semi-final against Spain on Tuesday as Luis de la Fuente named an unchanged side.

Desire Doue drops to the bench as Barcola joins Ousmane Dembele, Michael Olise and captain Kylian Mbappe in the French forward line.

Tchouameni returns after missing France's last two games due to injury, partnering Adrien Rabiot in midfield.

Spain keep Fabian Ruiz alongside Rodri and Dani Olmo in midfield, with Pedri again among the substitutes.

Alex Baena starts with Lamine Yamal and Mikel Oyarzabal up front.

The winners face Argentina or England in the final.

Lineups:

France: Mike Maignan; Jules Kounde, Dayot Upamecano, William Saliba, Lucas Digne; Aurelien Tchouameni, Adrien Rabiot; Ousmane Dembele, Michael Olise, Bradley Barcola; Kylian Mbappe (captain).