Spain vs France Prediction, Preview, Predicted Lineups and Team News | UEFA Nations League

Spain vs France Preview

• Tournament: UEFA Nations League
• Date: Thursday, 5 June 2025
• Kick-Off Time: 19:00 PM GMT
• Venue: MHPArena, Stuttgart

Spain and France are aiming to book a place in the final of the 2024/25 UEFA Nations League when they face off against each other in the semifinal clash on Thursday (5 June, 2025). The Spain vs France clash will take place at the MHPArena, Stuttgart, at 19:00 PM GMT.

The defending European Champions, Spain, heads into this clash at the back of a dramatic win over the Netherlands in the Nations League quarterfinals. They are currently on an 18 match unbeaten run, during which they won the Euro 2024 title last year and have won three of their last five games.

Luis de la Fuente has a quality squad at his disposal, but he must shape up them perfectly to hurt France. He will need to maintain a sturdy defensive line to keep the speedy French frontline at bay and for his side to be decisive and controlling with their style to stifle their opponents into submission and getting a big win.

France were able to make a thrilling comeback over Croatia in their Nations League quarterfinal, defeating them on penalties (5-4) in the second leg. They have won just three of their last five competitive matches, but Didier Deschamps' side have momentum and a surplus amount of sheer quality in their squad.

Deschamps needs to work hard on creating a stubborn defensive line and for his midfielders to be at their sharpest to ruin Spain's playing style. He will also need his players to be explosive and clinical wit their blistering counter-attacks or innnovative, fast-paced attacking moves for France to end Spain's unbeaten run and move forward into the Nations League final.

Spain Team News

Luis de La Fuente has not been able to call up Ferran Torres to his squad because of his injury problems. However, Isco has made a return to the squad after a lengthy absence. Barcelona midfielder Gavi has also been called back into the squad for the upcoming clash.

France Team News

Didier Deschamps is going to miss the likes of Dayot Upamecano, Jules Kounde, William Saliba and Eduardo Camavinga because of injury issues. He has, atlthough, given maiden call-ups to the likes of Rayan Cherki, Loic Bade, Pierre Kalulu and goalkeeper Lucas Chavalier for this game.

Spain vs France Predicted Lineups

Spain Predicted Lineup (4-2-3-1):

Goalkeeper: Unai Simon

Defenders: Pedro Porro, Robin le Normand, Dean Huijsen, Marc Cucurella

Midfielders: Martin Zubimendi, Pedri, Fabian Ruiz

Forwards: Lamine Yamal, Nico Williams, Mikel Oyarzabal

France Predicted Lineup (4-2-3-1):

Goalkeeper: Mike Maignan

Defenders: Benjamin Pavard, Ibrahima Konate, Clement Lenglet, Theo Hernandez

Midfielders: Aurelien Tchouameni, Adrien Rabiot, Michael Olise

Forwards: Ousmane Dembele, Desire Doue, Kylian Mbappe

Spain vs France Head-to-Head record

These two teams have met each other on 37 occasions on the international stage in the past. Out of that, Spain have won 17 games and France have come out of top on 13 occasions. In their last five competitive matches, La Roja have won three games and France have won two games.

Key Players to Watch in Spain vs France

Lamine Yamal (Spain)

Lamine Yamal is coming off an excellent 2024/25 season with Barcelona, having 22 goal contributions (13 goals, nine assists) for them in their La Liga-winning campaign. The Spaniard has one goal in five Nations League matches this season with a 6% goal conversion record. He'll look to significantly improve that with a clinical performance against France.

Yamal will be determined to be a menace with his unpredictable, slick forward runs and look to deliver menacing passes into the final third. He will also look to get at the end of chances and produce some stunning top corner efforts to give his side an edge.

Ousmane Dembele (France)

Coming hot off winning the UEFA Champions League with PSG, Ousmane Dembele looks to maintain his Ballon d'Or charge with international glory. The Frenchman has two goals in six Nations League appearances this season with a 12% conversion rate.

He'll be looking to be an unpredictable nightmare with his speedy forward runs and interchanging ability in forward positions. Dembele will look to play his special final passes to send his teammates into key areas and also get at the end of opportunities to maintain his goalscoring heroics in 2025 and guide his side to the finale.

Spain vs France Prediction

This meeting between two of the best international teams is guaranteed to be a dramatic, high-octane affair. Spain are riding high on an impressive unbeaten run, but their backline will be tested to the limit by France's blistering and chaotic attacking force.

The sheer amount of attacking quality in both teams should make this game a highly entertaining game with a lot of events. However, La Roja's sturdy defensive shape and ability to get those clutch goals should help them nudge out France for a win.

Predicted Score: Spain 2-1 France

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