Fukuoka, July 15 -- After Spain's qualification for the FIFA World Cup final 2026, FC Goa youth coach and former Indian footballer Israil Gurung hailed the 2010 champions for their "program, plan and playing system". He also anticipates the second semifinal between defending champions Argentina and England to be a great match.

A goal each from Mikel Oyarzabal and Pedro Parro helped Spain reach their first WC final since their landmark 2010 title win, overcoming a Kylian Mbappe-led France which had largely looked unstoppable. After winning the trophy in 2018 and ending up as runners-up in 2022 edition, Mbappe and France completes a fine three World Cup run with plenty of records, individual/team milestones to their name.

For Spain, after...