Jermaine Jenas, the former English international, believes that Spain represents the only legitimate challenge to the formidable French national team in the 2026 World Cup. France, having dominated Group I with wins against Senegal, Iraq, and Norway, recently advanced past Sweden with a 3-0 victory and secured a tight 1-0 win over Paraguay. As Didier Deschamps’ squad prepares for their upcoming quarter-final match against Morocco, potential paths suggest a high-stakes semi-final showdown against the Spanish team.
Speaking with 10bet, Jenas acknowledged the daunting nature of the French side, noting their status as a complete, well-oiled machine. He highlighted that while Spain remains offensively potent and is finding their rhythm, their defensive structure is not yet as robust as that of France. According to Jenas, stopping the current French lineup is an exceptionally difficult task.
