How this Spain squad is throwing back to 2010 in its quest to win the World Cup
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Key Points:
- Spain defeated France 2-0 in the World Cup semifinal, surprising many who expected a French win given their strong tournament performance and Kylian Mbappé's scoring prowess.
- Spain's style of play in 2026 closely mirrors their 2010 World Cup team, emphasizing dominant possession, strong defense, and a patient, methodical approach to winning matches.
- Key players like Rodri led Spain's midfield masterfully, while emerging talents Lamine Yamal and Nico Williams provided crucial wing play despite some injury setbacks earlier in the tournament.
- Coach Luis de la Fuente adapted Spain’s tactics by blending traditional tiki-taka with dynamic wing play, helping the team overcome early struggles and evolve from their Euro 2024 style.
- Spain now aims to secure its second World Cup title in the final, with fans hopeful that this team can replicate the pride and success of the 2010 champions.
