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Spain declares state of emergency following forest fires in Madrid

Spain declares state of emergency following forest fires in Madrid

BRUSSELS: Spanish Interior Minister Fernando Grande-Marlaska on Friday declared a state of emergency in the Madrid Region and the Avila region due to the worsening situation caused by forest fires, Anadolu Agency (AA) reported, citing local media. According to broadcaster RTVE, the declaration covers forest fires in the municipalities of Villa del Prado and San […]

Spain Beat France 2-0 to Reach 2026 FIFA World Cup Final

ARLINGTON, Texas, July 15 — Spain secured a place in the 2026 FIFA World Cup final after producing a composed 2-0 victory over France in their semi-final clash at Dallas Stadium. La Roja delivered a disciplined display to halt France's bid for a third straight World Cup final appearance, controlling the match from start to finish. Spain took the lead in the 22nd minute when Mikel Oyarzabal calmly converted a penalty after teenage star Lamine Yamal was fouled inside the box. The opening goal allowed Luis de la Fuente's men to dictate the tempo, limiting France's attacking opportunities with an organised and resilient defensive performance. France attempted to respond through captain Kylian Mbappe and several attacks from the flanks, but Didier Deschamps' side struggled to break down Spain's well-drilled backline. Spain doubled their advantage in the 58th minute as Pedro Porro finished off a well-worked move following an incisive pass from Dani Olmo. Lamine Yamal thought he had added a third goal moments later, but his effort was ruled out for offside after a VAR review. Despite introducing fresh attacking options, France failed to find a way back into the contest. Mbappe came closest for Les Bleus on several occasions, but Spain goalkeeper Unai Simon produced a series of crucial saves to preserve his clean sheet. The victory sends Spain into their first World Cup final since lifting the trophy in 2010 and keeps alive their hopes of becoming world champions for the second time. Spain will now face the winner of the second semi-final between England and Argentina in the 2026 FIFA World Cup final. -- ASTRO AWANI

ARLINGTON, Texas, July 15 — Spain secured a place in the 2026 FIFA World Cup final after producing a composed 2-0 victory over France in their semi-final clash at Dallas Stadium. La Roja delivered a disciplined display to halt France’s bid for a third straight World Cup final appearance, controlling the match from start to […]