Spain coach Luis de la Fuente says his team plans to play “on the front foot” against France in Tuesday’s World Cup semi-final. Ahead of the match, de la Fuente points to Spain’s possession-based approach as the foundation for how the team will seek to handle a heavyweight clash against the tournament favourites. According to reports, his remarks respond to earlier comments by France coach about having “favourites,” which sparked attention and debate. De la Fuente’s message focuses on Spain’s intended game plan rather than the label of favourite, describing an approach designed to control the tempo and impose Spain’s style on the match. The two teams are set for a contest shaped by differing styles, with Spain looking to maintain possession and press forward, while France enter the semi-final as the perceived benchmark for the tournament’s title race. Both outlets highlight that de la Fuente’s comments are gaining online traction as preparations continue for the semi-final.