Spain turns chaos into art

Spain are very formidable at the moment.

With nine goals, 40 shots, 17 on target, and a game that was unpredictable, this was a game that any coach could complain about, but fans will remember for a long time. Spain won 5-4 to book a place in the final against Portugal. More importantly, however, they confirmed their status as a young, creative, and highly unpredictable team - a serious contender for the 2026 World Cup.

Overwhelming situation - then almost pushed himself off the cliff

Spain started like a storm. They led 4-0 after less than an hour with goals from Nico Williams (1 goal, 1 assist), Mikel Merino, Pedri, and a brace from the name that is making the whole of Europe crazy: Lamine Yamal.

In the 58th minute, the score was 5-1. However, in the last 30 minutes, “La Roja” suddenly revealed a series of gaps in the defense. France scored 3 goals in a row thanks to Rayan Cherki (1 goal, 1 assist), Dani Vivian (own goal) and Randal Kolo Muani.

Statistics show that Spain controlled the ball 54%, launched 18 shots, but let the opponent have 22 shots - including 6 situations that forced goalkeeper Unai Simon to show his talent. The young and inexperienced defense of "La Roja" was clearly shaken when the pressure was on.

“I’m happy. I like the feeling of suffering,” coach Luis de la Fuente said after the match. “When two top teams play, there are moments when we lose control. But the important thing is that we still knew how to win.”

Lamine Yamal had a good match against France.

At the age of 17, Lamine Yamal scored 2 goals, bringing his total to 6 goals for the national team and 25 goals for Barcelona. It's not just the numbers, the way he handles the ball, reads the situation and finishes shows a class beyond his age.

The cool penalty kick, then the one-touch control before finishing for the second goal was proof of confidence and bravery that even many experienced stars may not have.

“It's hard to argue with the genius that's right in front of you,” commentator Karen Bardsley said on Prime Video .

Meanwhile, two expected French players, Dembele and Doue, failed to leave much of an impression. Dembele hit the post, while Doue had a few dangerous situations but lacked accuracy at decisive moments.

Despite being 5-1 down, Didier Deschamps' side showed a resolute spirit and a strong attacking presence. They had more shots than Spain in both halves, with 22 shots, 11 on target - a number that clearly showed that France were not giving up.

Rayan Cherki, just 21, came off the bench and made an immediate impact. His shot from outside the box was considered the goal of the match, and he followed that up with a superb assist for Kolo Muani. Cherki is now being tracked by Liverpool and Man City, and this could be his breakthrough into international stardom.

Lamine Yamal is the future of world football.

However, the defence was a serious weakness. Pierre Kalulu, making his international debut on his 25th birthday, and Clement Lenglet, returning after a three-year absence, both looked sloppy and lacking in cohesion. France could not cope with the pace and explosiveness of Yamal, Williams or Oyarzabal.

“I’m not here to blame, but today’s defence was not a group that usually plays together,” Deschamps said. “I still have faith in them, but Spain were really sharp.”

Spain - a new generation is shaping the era

In a squad whose oldest player is just 28, Spain have played a modern, energetic and inspiring style of football. Talents such as Williams (1 goal, 1 assist), Pedri, Oyarzabal (2 assists), and of course Yamal, are shaping a promising new generation.

While there are gaps to overcome – particularly in their ability to maintain concentration late in the game – Spain are showing a clear identity: they control the ball well, press hard, and most importantly, possess individuals who can explode at any moment.

“Spain are playing as if they know they are the stronger team,” commented journalist Guillem Balague. “Their confidence, organisation and creativity make every match a performance of art.”

The semi-final between Spain and France was not only a clash between two great powers, but also a testament to the generational shift in European football. With Lamine Yamal as their symbol, “La Roja” were not only winning, they were rewriting the definition of a strong and attractive team in a new era.

Source: https://znews.vn/tay-ban-nha-bien-hon-loan-thanh-nghe-thuat-post1558674.html