Spain secured their spot in the Euro 2024 final in Berlin with moments of brilliance from Yamal and Olmo. The semi-final in Munich started with both teams neck-and-neck from the opening whistle of referee Slavko Vincic.
Spain controlled possession early, with Yamal bombarding crosses from the right, unsettling France’s defense. However, against the run of play, France took the lead. Captain Kylian Mbappe threatened first, but Jesus Navas cleared the danger. Moments later, Mbappe’s curling cross found Kolo Muani, who headed in confidently.
Spain’s coach, De la Fuente, showed frustration, but Spain persisted. Yamal leveled with a spectacular left-footed curler from 25 yards, becoming the youngest scorer in a major tournament. This ignited hope among fans and players alike. Soon after, Dani Olmo weaved past Tchouameni with skillful footwork and fired a shot that deflected off Kounde, putting Spain ahead. Despite Mbappe’s efforts and Spain’s chances through Morata and Williams, the score remained 2-1 at halftime.
In the second half, both teams continued with high intensity. Spain pressed aggressively, dominated possession, and controlled France’s defense. Dembele came close with an awkwardly parried cross, and France introduced attacking changes, including Giroud.
However, Spain maintained composure to secure a 2-1 victory and advance to the final, showcasing their determination and skill throughout the match.