Spain’s decisive 2-0 win against France in the World Cup semifinals has not only stirred excitement on the pitch but also generated a flurry of memes on social media. Shortly after the final whistle, online platforms were flooded with humorous content, with the spotlight on the defeated French team.
The most shared images featured Lamine Yamal and Kylian Mbappe, symbolizing their respective national teams. Internet users mocked France’s captain through various edits, depicting the young Spanish star lifting Mbappe, suggesting Spain’s dominance in the semifinal match.
Gallery: Memes Following the France-Spain Semifinal
Among the jokes were references to Mbappe’s recent nickname as “dictator,” stemming from discussions about his influence within the national team.
Following France’s elimination, users seized the opportunity to create a series of ironic posts, portraying Lamine Yamal as making Mbappe appear small and helpless, often illustrated as a baby, mirroring the dynamics witnessed on the field.
Another viral meme shows Lamine Yamal cradling both Kylian Mbappe and Cristiano Ronaldo, alluding to Spain’s triumph over both France and Portugal en route to the final.
With the victory over “Les Bleus” on Tuesday evening, Spain advances to its second World Cup final in history, following its win in 2010. “La Furia Roja” will learn its opponent after the second semifinal match between England and Argentina, with the grand final scheduled for Sunday, July 19, at 10:00 PM in New York.
