Spain prepares for World Cup semifinal against France after recovery session in Los Angeles

Spain's national football team is fine-tuning their strategy and recovery in Los Angeles ahead of their World Cup semifinal clash with France in Dallas. The team arrived in Los Angeles after a hard-fought 2-1 victory against Belgium, secured by Mikel Merino's late goal. This win propels Spain into a semifinal showdown against France, a team they have overcome in the last two major finals: the Euro 2024 and the 2025 Nations League. Now, the World Cup stage presents their greatest challenge yet.

Coach Luis de la Fuente is implementing a differentiated training plan to manage player fatigue. Those with fewer minutes on the field are engaging in outdoor drills, while others are focusing on gym work or physiotherapy. This approach aims to mitigate any risks as the team enters the final stages of the tournament. Despite varying workloads, all players are reported to be in good condition to face France.

The Spanish squad will travel to Dallas on Saturday, local time, to continue their preparations. A full team training session is scheduled for Sunday, allowing the squad to unite and focus on tactics for the upcoming semifinal. The team's recent successes against France in other tournaments provide a psychological edge, but the World Cup semifinal represents a significant step up in pressure and prestige.