Spain defeated France 5-4 in a dramatic Nations League semifinal, powered by teenage sensation Lamine Yamal. The 17-year-old Barcelona winger scored twice and provided an assist, showcasing maturity beyond his years. Spain took early control with goals from Nico Williams and Mikel Merino within the first 25 minutes. Yamal converted a penalty after halftime, and Pedri added a fourth moments later with a delicate finish. Yamal’s second goal capped Spain’s fifth, completing a dominant hour of football.
France responded with a penalty from Kylian Mbappé, a brilliant strike by Rayan Cherki, Dani Vivian’s own goal, and a late finish from Randal Kolo Muani. Despite their late surge, France couldn’t force extra time. It was the highest-scoring Nations League match ever and the first time since 1969 that France conceded five goals in a single game.
Spain, reigning European champions and nearly unbeaten under coach Luis de la Fuente, will face Portugal in Sunday’s final. “I try to give it all,” Yamal said. “I hope to bring the cup to Spain.”
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