Europe’s Two-Nation Theory: Spain and France showcase strength that others can only dare to dream about
TNN / Jun 05, 2026, 09:34 (IST)
Once seen as football's underdogs, France and Spain have risen to the forefront of the sport. France's historic 1998 World Cup victory, featuring the brilliance of Zidane, was a watershed moment. Meanwhile, Spain's back-to-back achievements in the 2008 Euro and 2010 World Cup, energized by a golden generation of players, transformed their place in football history.