Spain Triumphs Over France in Euro 2024 Semi-Finals as Lamine Yamal Makes History

France and Spain Face Off in Euro 2024 Semi-Finals

In the European Football Championship held in Germany, France and Spain clashed in the semi-finals. The match, officiated by Slovenian referee Slavko Vincic, took place at Allianz Arena and was filled with excitement. Dani Carvajal, who received a red card in Spain’s quarter-final match against Germany, and yellow-carded Robin Le Normand were not included in the squad. Jesus Navas, who replaced Carvajal as the right-back, became the oldest player (38) in the tournament’s semi-final history, while Spain’s young talent Lamine Yamal made history as the youngest player to feature at this stage.

First Half of the Match

France started the match energetically and found the first goal in the 9th minute. Kylian Mbappe’s cross from the left side of the penalty area was headed into the net by Kolo Muani. Spain equalized in the 21st minute with a finesse shot from Lamine Yamal from the edge of the penalty area, which hit the post and went in. Four minutes later, Spain took the lead. Jesus Navas’s cross deflected off the defense and was controlled by Dani Olmo, who elegantly beat his opponent and scored despite Kounde’s effort on the line. The first half ended with Spain leading 2-1.

Second Half of the Match

France started the second half strongly, creating two clear chances. However, despite their continued attacks, no more goals were scored, and Luis de la Fuente’s team emerged victorious with a 2-1 win. With this result, Spain advanced to the European Championship final for the fifth time in their history.

Historic Record

Lamine Yamal (16 years and 362 days) became the youngest player to score in the history of the European Championship with his goal against France.