Spain Defeats France 2-1 to Advance to UEFA Euro 2024 Final
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Spain triumphed over France 2-1 in a thrilling Euro 2024 semifinal match on Tuesday, securing a spot in Sunday's final against Italy in Berlin. The victory marked Spain's first against France in a major tournament since 2006.
Match Summary
France took an early lead with a goal in the first four minutes, but Spain fought back with a stunning strike from Lamine Yamal in the 27th minute and a clinical finish from Dani Olmo in the 78th minute. Despite a late surge from France, Spain held on to secure the victory and a place in the final.
Tournament History
The match was a rematch of the Euro 2006 quarter-final, which France won 3-1. Spain and France have faced each other four times in major tournaments, with Spain winning twice and France winning once. Spain won the Euro 1984 final 2-1, while France won the Euro 2000 quarter-final 2-1.
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Spain will face Italy in the Euro 2024 final on Sunday in Berlin. Italy defeated France 2-1 in the Euro 2020 final following a penalty shootout and beat Germany 2-0 in the Euro 2016 quarter-final.
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