Spain played it against one of the favorites to take the tournament. For these semifinals, Spain did not have Antonio Blanco, who was sanctioned. For its part, France took its eleven gala, also arrived unbeaten to the semifinals after spending very easily in his group. The first minutes were very close. Spain had the first opportunity of the match in a corner. He nodded Abel Ruiz, but left outside. None of the two teams wanted to risk and it showed in the rhythm of the game. Shortly thereafter, Ruiz shot and marched on top of Bajic's goal.

Spain hurt the corners. Double occasion followed, the first was Eric Garcia. A center of Ferrán finished off the heel defense, but did not reach the goal. On the next play, a header was saved by a French defender under the sticks. France was able to score in the 31st minute ', Flips fired after a pass from Ndika from the left. Fortunately, the ball hit the crossbar of Tenas. Spain was getting rid. Before the break, a boarding school in Bryan Gil caused another opportunity for Spain. The Sevillian left by the left wing and his center rebounded in a defense. The ball fell at the feet of Abel Ruiz, who after trimming, shot low and the ball came to the French goalkeeper.