€2.8bn battle on the pitch: France and Spain face off in World Cup's priciest semi-final

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The upcoming World Cup semi-final between France and Spain in Texas is the costliest in tournament history by market value, with the combined squad values totaling $3.2 billion (€2.8 billion). This highlights the financial stakes involved alongside the sporting spectacle.

Tuesday's clash between France and Spain in Texas is not just a footballing spectacle, it is also, by market value, the costliest semi-final the World Cup has staged, with the two squads worth a combined $3.2 billion (€2.8bn).View on euronews