Watch the full match replay of this FIFA World Cup 2014 European qualifier between France and Spain, played on March 26, 2013, at the legendary Stade de France in Paris. After a shocking home draw vs. Finland, Spain needed a big response — and delivered one on French soil.
✅ Group I top spot was on the line
✅ Spain dominated midfield, and France missed crucial chances
✅ Pedro Rodríguez was the hero — but it was a total team effort
📌 Date: March 26, 2013
📌 Competition: FIFA World Cup 2014 Qualification (UEFA)
📌 Matchday: 5
📌 Venue: Stade de France, Paris 🇫🇷
📌 Teams: France 🇫🇷 vs Spain 🇪🇸
📌 Final score: 0–1 (Spain win)
Starting lineups included:
🇫🇷 France — Hugo Lloris, Raphaël Varane, Patrice Evra, Blaise Matuidi, Paul Pogba, Karim Benzema, Franck Ribéry
🇪🇸 Spain — Víctor Valdés, Sergio Ramos, Gerard Piqué, Jordi Alba, Xavi, Busquets, Iniesta, Pedro, David Villa, Cesc Fàbregas
⚽️ Goal:
58′ — Pedro Rodríguez (finished a brilliant passing move, 0–1)
🔥 Key Highlights:
Pedro’s goal came after he dribbled past Lloris and tapped it in
Victor Valdés made a massive one-on-one save vs. Ribéry
France’s Paul Pogba was sent off (double yellow) on his second senior cap
Spain reclaimed the top of the group with this crucial away win
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