Yamal With Stunner as Spain Edge Netherlands to Nations League Semis vs France
Barcelona wonderkid Lamine Yamal delivered a moment of brilliance as Spain sealed a tense 5-4 penalty shootout win over the Netherlands.
The victory now set up a Nations League semi-final clash against France.
Spain took control early in the second leg, with Mikel Oyarzabal converting a penalty after being fouled in the box.
Nico Williams had chances to extend the lead, but Dutch goalkeeper Bart Verbruggen produced superb saves to keep the game tight.
The Netherlands fought back after the break, with Memphis Depay winning and scoring a penalty to level the aggregate score.
Spain regained the advantage through Oyarzabal’s second goal, but Ian Maatsen equalized with a powerful strike, sending the match into extra time.
Yamal then showcased his talent with a stunning finish, only for Xavi Simons to win and convert another penalty, forcing a shootout.
After missed penalties from Noa Lang and Yamal, Donyell Malen’s miss for the Netherlands gave Pedri the chance to seal the win, which he did with confidence.
