The FIFA World Cup 2026 semifinal between France and Spain brings together not only two title contenders but also two of the most valuable national teams in world football.

According to Transfermarkt valuations, the two squads combine for an estimated US$3.21 billion in market value, with France leading at approximately US$1.78 billion, compared to US$1.43 billion for Spain.

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Four of the tournament's five most valuable players

The semifinal will feature four of the five highest-valued players at the World Cup.

Lamine Yamal tops the list at US$234 million, followed by Kylian Mbappé at US$211 million. Michael Olise and Pedri are each valued at US$176 million.

The only player in the top five not involved in this semifinal is Norway striker Erling Haaland, who is also valued at US$234 million.

France owns the world's most valuable squad

France enters the match as the most valuable national team in world football, with an estimated market value of US$1.78 billion.

Spain ranks third at US$1.43 billion, while fellow semifinalist England is valued at US$1.59 billion. Argentina, the other remaining semifinalist, has an estimated value of US$945 million.

Seven players worth at least US$117 million

The two squads feature seven players valued at US$117 million or more.

Spain contributes Lamine Yamal (US$234 million) and Pedri (US$176 million).

France boasts Kylian Mbappé (US$211 million), Michael Olise (US$176 million), Désiré Doué (US$140 million), William Saliba (US$117 million) and Ousmane Dembélé (US$117 million).

Overall, 22 players across both squads are valued at US$59 million or more.

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Spain leads in goalkeepers, France dominates defense and attack

Spain holds the advantage in goalkeeping value.

Its three goalkeepers are worth a combined US$113 million, compared to US$67 million for France.

France has the edge in defense, with a combined value of US$473 million, while Spain's defenders are worth US$337 million.

Spain's midfield is stronger in market value, totaling US$491 million, compared to US$365 million for France.

The biggest gap comes in attack. France's forwards and wingers are valued at approximately US$878 million, while Spain's attacking unit is worth US$489 million, despite featuring the match's most valuable player, Lamine Yamal.