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Lamine Yamal Makes History as Spain Edges Out France to Reach Euro 2024 Final

In a thrilling matchup, Spain edged out France to secure a spot in the Euro 2024 final, with 16-year-old Lamine Yamal becoming the youngest goalscorer in European Championship history. Yamal's remarkable strike from outside the box in the 21st minute not only leveled the score but also etched his name in the record books at just 16 years and 362 days old. Spain took the lead four minutes later through a Dani Olmo shot turned in by France's Jules Kounde. France fought back in the second half, with Aurelien Tchouameni's header saved and Kylian Mbappe's ambitious effort denied. Mbappe, playing without a face mask for the first time since his injury, squandered a late chance to equalize, shooting high over the bar. Spain's impressive defense complemented their attacking prowess, as they remained on track for their fourth European Championship title. France's attack fell short against a formidable Spanish side that will face either England or the Netherlands in the final on Sunday.