California, July 10 -- Spain head coach Luis de la Fuente said his side is ready for the FIFA World Cup 2026 semifinal challenge against tournament's favourite France, insisting every match brings a new test and highlighting the strength of his squad.

Speaking after La Roja defeated Belgium 2-1 in quarterfinal, De la Fuente acknowledged France's quality and said Spain are aware of the threat posed by the European giants.

"Every duel is different and every match is a new challenge. We know what they can bring to the table. It's unfair to judge the players who have had fewer minutes, because they are just as good as those who are playing," De la Fuente said.

The Spain boss also praised the unity and character within his squad, saying the...