A special team beats brilliant individuals - how silky Spain flattened France
Spain have rather flown under the radar at the 2026 World Cup - but will they go all the way and win it?
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Notable Quotes
"Spain scalped France - they flattened France."
— Chris Sutton , Athlete
"France were not playing as a team. Brilliant individuals not playing as a team."
— Roy Keane , Athlete
"But the best team won. All the phases were controlled by Spain."
— Gael Clichy , Athlete
Key People
Chris Sutton is a former English professional footballer and current sports commentator.
Gael Clichy is a former French professional football player.
Kylian Mbappe is a French professional footballer known for his speed and scoring ability.
Lamine Yamal is a Spanish professional footballer noted for his talent and potential.
Luis de la Fuente is the coach of the Spanish national football team.
Michael Olise is a 24-year-old French winger.
Ousmane Dembele is a French professional footballer who plays as a winger.
Roy Keane is a former professional footballer and current sports pundit.
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Spain have rather flown under the radar at the 2026 World Cup - but will they go all the way and win it?
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