
Spain’s 17-Pass Masterstroke Seals Semifinal Victory Over France
Spain defeated France 2-0 in the World Cup semifinal, with Pedro Porro’s goal finishing a 17-pass buildup that capped a prolonged spell of ball dominance (a 97-minute, 427-pass sequence) and underscored Spain’s control over the match, while an early Lucas Digne penalty briefly shaped the narrative.





