US EditionSpain 5-4 France: Lamine Yamal stars in nine-goal thriller as holders reach Nations League final
- Spain defeated France 5-4 in a UEFA Nations League semifinal on June 5, 2025, in Stuttgart to reach the final against Portugal.
- Spain's strong start, led by two goals from 17-year-old Lamine Yamal and contributions from Nico Williams, set the stage despite a late French comeback.
- Spain dominated early with quick goals from Merino, Williams, Yamal, and Pedri, but relaxed intensity allowed France to score three late goals.
- Yamal said the final will let him prove who he is in a "special game" against a great team, while coach Luis de la Fuente praised Ronaldo's longevity.
- Spain's win secured an all-Iberian Nations League final with Portugal, suggesting continued dominance and a chance for a UEFA three-peat.
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Lamine Yamal continues to break records with the Spanish team and advanced to the UEFA Nations League final
Teenage superstar Lamine Yamal stars as Spain beats France in Nations League semifinal goalfest | News Channel 3-12
By Ben Church, CNN (CNN) — Before a ball was even kicked on Thursday, the UEFA Nations League semifinal between France and Spain was billed as a clash of two modern greats, and the match certainly didn’t disappoint. Inspired by the likes of teenage superstar Lamine Yamal, La Roja managed to get the better of the goalfest, beating Les Bleus 5-4 in an all-time classic. The result means Spain will progress through to the final where it will face Po…
Teenage superstar Lamine Yamal stars as Spain beats France in Nations League semifinal goalfest
By Ben Church, CNN (CNN) — Before a ball was even kicked on Thursday, the UEFA Nations League semifinal between France and Spain was billed as a clash of two modern greats, and the match certainly didn’t disappoint. Inspired by the likes of teenage superstar Lamine Yamal, La Roja managed to get the better of the goalfest, beating Les Bleus 5-4 in an all-time classic. The result means Spain will progress through to the final where it will face Po…
Berliner Morgenpost
Spain is again entering the final of the Nations League. After 5:4 against France, the press bows to Lamine Yamal.
Die Presse
Spain wins the semi-final against France, but almost lost its 5:1 lead. In the final, the European champion now meets Portugal.
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