India, July 15 -- France and Kylian Mbappe reminded one of a dark episode in World Cup history as the twice former champions lost 0-2 to a dazzling Spain in the semi-final at Dallas on Tuesday evening.

Les Bleus made a sparkling start in much-awaited contest against the European champions, but once left back Lucas Digne conceded a penalty with a foul on Lamine Yamal France lost all confidence, even making basic handling and passing errors against a Spanish side that quickly seized control and totally dominated the game from there.

While Spain, the 2010 champions, will play the final against defending champions Argentina or England - they face off in the second semi-final on Wednesday night (IST) - France were left stunned as much by the...