Papua – Lamine Yamal scored an important goal in Spain’s victory over France in the semifinals of Euro 2024, writing himself into football history.
The Spain vs France duel took place at the Allianz Arena, Munich, on Wednesday (10/4/2024) early morning WIB. La Furia Roja won 2-1, securing tickets to the Euro 2024 final.
During the match, Spain fell behind after Randal Kolo Muani put France ahead quickly with a goal in the ninth minute. However, Spain was able to turn things around through goals from Yamal and Dani Olmo.
France’s Opening Goal In the ninth minute, Randal Kolo Muani managed to take advantage of the opportunity and put France 1-0 up, putting initial pressure on Spain.
Yamal scored the equalizer in the 21st minute with a kick from outside the penalty box. This goal not only changed the direction of the match but also set a new record.
With this goal, Yamal became the youngest goalscorer in Euro history at the age of 16 years 362 days. He broke the record of Johan Vonlanthen from Switzerland who scored a goal at Euro 2004 at the age of 18 years 141 days.
More broadly, Yamal is also the youngest player to score a goal in a major tournament such as the Euros or World Cup. At the World Cup, the record for youngest goalscorer is held by Pele, who scored at the age of 17 years 239 days in 1958.
With this victory, Spain advanced to the final of Euro 2024. They are now waiting for the winner of the other semifinal match between the Netherlands and England.
Spain’s victory over France not only secured a ticket to the Euro 2024 final but also recorded new history through Lamine Yamal’s goal. Yamal’s goal is not only important for this match but also for the annals of football history, highlighting the immense talent this young player possesses.
