Munich, July 9, 2024: Spain defeated France 2-1 to secure a place in the UEFA Euro 2024 final. Spain has become the first team in this tournament to win six consecutive games and reach the final.
Match Highlights:
- Early Lead for France: France opened the scoring in the eighth minute when Kylian Mbappe’s cross from the left wing was headed into the net by Kolo Muani.
- Spain’s Equalizer: In the 21st minute, Lamine Yamal equalized with a left-footed curler from outside the box that struck the post and went in, beating France’s goalkeeper Mike Maignan.
- Winning Goal: Four minutes later, Dani Olmo scored the winning goal when his shot was deflected into the net by French full-back Jule Kounde.
Record-Breaking Moments:
- Youngest Goal Scorer: Lamine Yamal became the youngest player in Euros history to score a goal, breaking Pele’s record as the youngest player to score in a major international tournament.
- Top Scorer: Dani Olmo’s goal against France marked his fourth of the tournament, making him the leading goal scorer of Euro 2024 and putting him at the forefront of the golden boot race.
Spain will now compete in the final in Berlin, aiming to clinch the championship.
