Ian Wright, the retired Arsenal forward, held the French squad accountable for their 2-0 semi-final exit against Spain in the 2026 World Cup. During his commentary on ITV, Wright emphasized that Spain’s tactical discipline proved superior to the individual talents of the French team.
Goals from Pedro Porro and Mikel Oyarzabal secured Spain’s position in the final, setting up a clash against either England or Argentina. Wright expressed surprise at the ease of the result, noting that the French side simply failed to perform as expected.
Analyst Roy Keane echoed these sentiments, praising the Spanish team’s comprehensive approach. He highlighted their collective work-rate, defensive commitment, and consistent threat on the ball. Keane commended the European champions for maintaining their winning mentality and dominating every facet of the match.
