Macron May Attend World Cup Final If France Qualifies

French President Emmanuel Macron is considering attending the 2026 World Cup final in New York, provided the French national team secures a spot in the championship match. However, Macron will be absent from the semifinal clash against Spain, scheduled for Tuesday in Dallas, as it coincides with France's National Day on July 14.

Should Kylian Mbappé and his teammates advance to the final, scheduled for July 19 in New York, the French leader is expected to be in the stands, according to RMC. This potential attendance aligns with a growing tradition, as Macron has indicated his support for the national team in their pursuit of a third consecutive World Cup final appearance.

France secured their place in the semifinals by defeating Morocco 2-0 on Thursday. Their next challenge is to overcome 'La Roja,' the Spanish team, who narrowly beat Belgium 2-1 in Los Angeles on Friday. The path to the final could potentially lead to a rematch with rivals Argentina, who are competing in a quarterfinal against Switzerland. Alternatively, France might face the winner of the third quarterfinal match between Norway and England.

The French team's ambition is clear: to reach their third consecutive World Cup final. This objective requires them to first overcome a strong Spanish side in the semifinal. The prospect of facing familiar rivals or emerging contenders adds another layer of anticipation to their campaign.