France coach Didier Deschamps insists he still sees Spain as World Cup favourites ahead of Les Bleus' semi-final against the European champions. The match, set to take place at the AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas, is widely viewed as a clash between the tournament's top two teams. Despite France's impressive performances, Deschamps believes Spain, who have only conceded one goal in their last six or seven matches, will be the team to beat.
FAQ
{"question":"Why does Deschamps see Spain as favourites?","answer":"Deschamps believes Spain's strong defensive record and their ability to attack well make them the favourites. Spain have only conceded one goal in their last six or seven matches."}
{"question":"How has Spain's campaign progressed?","answer":"Spain's campaign started with a shock 0-0 draw against Cape Verde but has since gained momentum. They are now considered one of the top teams in the tournament."}
{"question":"What did Spain coach De la Fuente say about Deschamps' comments?","answer":"De la Fuente smiled and said that being labelled favourites or not doesn't mean anything. He believes both teams face the same pressure to succeed."}
{"question":"Is France captain Kylian Mbappe fit for the semi-final?","answer":"Deschamps confirmed that Mbappe, who left the quarter-final win over Morocco with a knock, is '100 percent' fit for the semi-final."}
