The UEFA Nations League has been quite eventful this year. However, it’s the powerhouses who are yet again in the semifinals, vying to grab the league title. And the stage is all set for the Euro Cup champions and runners-up to meet. The Spain vs France fixture will be the second semifinal of the league. It will kick off on Thursday, June 5, as the MHP Arena will witness all the action.
The winner will face off against either Germany or Portugal in the finals, which will be held on June 8. Both nations of the upcoming matchup boast some of the most iconic players in football right now. So, fans are expecting an action-packed thriller that will deliver drama and some of the most beautiful goals.
Before this eagerly-awaited match kicks off, here’s a detailed preview about everything that you need to know about the team forms, past stats and odds. Let’s dive right in.
Quick Facts
- Day and Date: Thursday, June 5, 2025
- Time: 8:00 PM (UK Time)
- Venue: MHP Arena, Stuttgart
Match Preview
Current Form in the UEFA Nations League
| Spain Results | France Results |
|---|---|
| Spain 3-3 Netherlands
March 23, 2025 |
France 2-0 Croatia
March 23, 2025 |
| Netherlands 2-2 Spain
March 20, 2025 |
Croatia 2-0 France
March 20, 2025 |
| Spain 3-2 Switzerland
November 18, 2024 |
Italy 1-3 France
November 17, 2024 |
| Denmark 1-2 Spain
November 15, 2024 |
France 0-0 Israel
November 14, 2024 |
| Spain 3-0 Serbia
October 15, 2024 |
Belgium 1-2 France
October 14, 2024 |
Head-to-Head History
- Jul 10, 2024: Spain 2-1 France (Euro Finals)
- Oct 11, 2021: Spain 1-2 France (UEFA Nations League)
- Mar 29, 2017: France 0-2 Spain (Friendlies)
- Sep 5, 2014: France 1-0 Spain (Friendlies)
- Mar 27, 2013: France 0-1 Spain (World Cup Qualification)
Spain Team News
Squad
Goalkeepers: David Raya, Alex Remiro, Unai Simon
Defenders: Pedro Porro, Alejandro Grimaldo, Raul Asencio, Robin Le Normand, Oscar Mingueza, Dean Huijsen, Marc Cucurella
Midfielders: Mikel Merino, Fabian Ruiz, Aleix Garcia, Alex Baena, Nico Williams, Martin Zubimendi, Pedri, Mikel Oyarzabal
Forwards: Alvaro Morata, Samu, Dani Olmo, Ferran Torres, Lamine Yamal
Injuries/Suspensions
At the time of the article’s publication, Spain does not have any new reported injuries.
France Team News
Squad
Goalkeepers: Brice Samba, Mike Maignan, Lucas Chevalier
Defenders: Benjamin Pavard, Lucas Digne, Dayot Upamecano, Jules Kounde, Ibrahim Konate, William Saliba, Jonathan Clauss, Theo Hernandez
Midfielders: Eduardo Camavinga, Aurelien Tchouameni, Michael Olise, Manu Kone, Adrien Rabiot, Warren Zaire-Emery, Matteo Guendouzi
Forwards: Ousmane Dembele, Desire Doue, Kylian Mbappe, Randal Kolo Muani, Bradley Barcola
Injuries/Suspensions
France will miss out on three key defenders against Spain: Benjamin Pavard (physical discomfort), Dayot Upamecano, and William Saliba (hamstring injury). The Real Madrid midfielder Eduardo Camavinga is also on the injury list, recovering from a tendon injury.
Key Stats and Insights
| Spain | Stats | France |
| 5 | Won | 5 |
| 3 | Drawn | 1 |
| 0 | Lost | 2 |
| 55.63% | Possession | 54.63% |
| 18 | Goals scored | 14 |
| 9 | Goals conceded | 8 |
| 2.25 | Avg goals scored per match | 1.75 |
| 1.13 | Avg goals conceded per match | 1 |
| 151 | Shots | 136 |
| 56 | Shots on target | 48 |
| 87.25% | Passing accuracy | 89.25% |
Spain vs France: Betting Odds at 7bet
At the time of the article’s publication, 7bet offers the following odds on the Spain vs France fixture.
1×2 Odds
| Spain (1) | x | France (2) |
| 6/4 | 11/5 | 9/5 |
Both Teams to Score (BTTS)
| Yes | No |
| 1/1 | 19/25 |
Total
| Over 2.5 Goals | Under 2.5 Goals |
| 5/4 | 3/5 |
Please note that the odds are accurate as per the publishing time of the article. Make sure to check the odds before placing a bet.
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