MICHAEL OLISE escaped a red card during France’s semi-final against Spain after a horror challenge on Rodri.

The Bayern Munich winger caught the former Ballon d’Or winner with his studs up on his ankle in the first half of the high-stakes clash.

France v Spain: Semi Final - FIFA World Cup 2026Michael Olise was lucky not to be sent off against Spain in the World Cup semi final Credit: Getty France v Spain: Semi Final - FIFA World Cup 2026, Arlington, United States - 14 Jul 2026Olise caught Rodri with his studs up high on the leg Credit: Shutterstock Editorial

Manchester City midfielder Rodri was in possession and had escaped the press of Olise.

But as Olise tracked back he recklessly lunged into a tackle from behind.

Rodri had already released the ball, but was caught by Olise’s studs on the back of his leg.

The tackle left the 30-year-old grimacing in pain.

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