Pick of the pundits - Spain vs France

T. AVINESHWARAN (A 1-1 draw, France to win 5-3 on penalties)

SPAIN have deservedly earned their semis spot and received most of the plaudits for their exciting and entertaining displays. With young guns Nico Williams and Lamine Yamal grabbing the spotlight, Dani Olmo and Fabian Ruiz have been quietly devastating and could be the key men to unlock France’s solid backline led by William Saliba. The French, however, have shown just how effective organised football can be, earning their place in the last four after scoring just three goals in five games despite boasting a much celebrated strikeforce. Didier Deschamps has the tactics to frustrate the Spaniards and a long night is in store, resulting in a deadlock that could lead to another shootout with Les Bleus pulling through.