Spain, France Face Off in UEFA Nations League Semi-Final

Spain and France are set to clash in the UEFA Nations League semi-final in Stuttgart, with Spain entering as the reigning European champions. Spain's coach Luis de la Fuente has praised his squad and included versatile forward Mikel Oyarzabal in the starting lineup despite some fan criticism. Spain's lineup features a strong defense and midfield, with Unai Simon in goal and players like Pedri and Mikel Merino in midfield, while their attack includes Lamine Yamal and Nico Williams on the wings. France, boasting a star-studded attack but a vulnerable defense, will look to challenge Spain with key players such as Mike Maignan in goal and a midfield consisting of Adrian Rabiot and Kouadio Kone. Both teams have had players recently involved in the Champions League final, setting the stage for a high-quality and competitive match. Coaches Luis de la Fuente and Didier Deschamps both emphasize the difficulty of predicting a favorite, underscoring the evenly matched nature of this high-profile encounter.