Lamine Yamal, 16, makes history as Spain beats France to reach Euro 2024 final

MUNICH — Spain reached the European Championship final with a 2-1 victory over France on Tuesday with 16-year-old Lamine Yamal becoming the youngest-ever scorer at a major tournament.

France took an early lead when Randal Kolo Muani headed in a cross from Kylian Mbappé, who played without a mask, before Yamal’s moment of brilliance in the 21st minute. Dani Olmo scored what was to prove the winner four minutes later.

Spain’s Lamine Yamal scores against France on Tuesday. Getty Images

Spain’s Lamine Yamal celebrates after scoring a goal against France on Tuesday. AP

Spain’s players celebrate at the end of the UEFA Euro 2024 semifinal football match with France. AFP via Getty Images

France’s defender Dayot Upamecano reacts at the end of the UEFA Euro 2024 semifinal football match. AFP via Getty Images

Spain, which is chasing a record fourth European Championship title, will play England or the Netherlands in the final on Sunday in Berlin.

They play each other in Dortmund on Wednesday.

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