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The stage was set for footballing history, but France’s 2026 World Cup journey ended abruptly in Doha on Tuesday, as Spain dismantled the Bleus 2-0 in the semi-finals. The defeat marked the third consecutive major tournament exit at the hands of La Roja—a pattern that has now haunted Didier Deschamps’ side since Euro 2024.
