AL wins MLB All-Star Game 4-0
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Sports Roundup: World Cup Semifinals and MLB All-Star Game
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The broadcast closes with the week's big sporting moments. In soccer, Spain delivered a commanding 2-0 victory over France in the men's World Cup semifinal, booking their place in Sunday's final in New Jersey [1] — Dave Mattingly "Spain defeated France 2-0 to advance to the men's World Cup final on Sunday in New Jersey. They'll face the winner of the Argentina vs. Eng…" 04:19 . Their opponent will be determined this afternoon in Atlanta, where defending champions Argentina — led by Lionel Messi — face England in the other semifinal. On the baseball front, the American League defeated the National League 4-0 in the MLB All-Star Game held in Philadelphia. New York Yankees outfielder Cody Bellinger was named the game's most valuable player after delivering a two-run single in the first inning, with the National League managing just three hits in the game.
Spain 2-0 France in World Cup semifinal
Spain beat France 2-0 to advance to the men's World Cup final, where they will face either Argentina or England.
Spain Marches to the World Cup Final
Spain defeated France 2-0 to advance to the men's World Cup final on Sunday in New Jersey. They'll face the winner of the Argentina vs. England semifinal in Atlanta, with defending champion Lionel Messi standing in the way.
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