Stunning triumph: Spain edges past France in a thrilling 5-4 clash
Turning Tables in the Nations League:
Take a peek at the action-packed semi-final showdown that unfolded on June 6, 2025, as Spain and France squared off in Stuttgart. The defending champs emerged victorious, snatching a thrilling 5-4 win that catapulted them into the final against Portugal, not France.
Spain's Road to the Final
As the title holders, Spain entered the UEFA Nations League Finals with the objective of defending their throne. Navigating the group stage, they secured a spot opposite France in the semi-finals.
Spain vs France: Semi-Final (Not the Final)
Date: June 6, 2025Location: StuttgartResult: Spain 5–4 France
Match Cliffnotes
This game turned out to be a jaw-dropping, high-scoring affair, becoming the highest-scoring match in Nations League history. Spain seized control with a series of clinical finishes and some mind-blowing attacking performances. France, however, refused to back down and staged a furious comeback late in the second half, making it a nail-biting finish for Spain.
Highlights
- Individual Magic: Lamine Yamal and Nico Williams shone for Spain, both finding the back of the net and creating multiple scoring opportunities.
- Goalkeeping Heroics: Spain's Unai Simón pulled off some crucial saves, especially in the first half, that kept France at bay when they threatened.
- Phoenix Rising: France almost completed an incredible comeback, scoring three times late in the second half, but just fell short of pulling off the miracle.
- Record-Breaking: The match set a record for the most goals scored in a UEFA Nations League match.
What's next: Nations League Final
Spain will be back on the field on June 9, 2025, when they square off against Portugal in the UEFA Nations League final. They'll be aiming to defy the odds and bring the trophy back to Spain.
Prior to the clash against France, Spain had dealt with some fan rage directed towards Marc Cucurella due to an unpunished handball incident during Germany's Euro 2024 quarter-final exit.
Meanwhile, their opponents France were agitated by France's coach, Didier Deschamps, who will be stepping down after the 2026 World Cup, following another blow—a 5-4 defeat against Spain.
Amidst the tumultuous excitement, one thing remains clear—the UEFA Nations League Finals are no walk in the park for any team. Stay tuned for more nail-biting encounters that are bound to rewrite the trophy's history!
Spain's victorious 5-4 win over France marked a significant moment in the European-leagues, specifically the UEFA Nations League, as it became the highest-scoring match in the league's history. With this impressive performance, the defending champions, Spain, secured a spot in the Premier League Final to challenge Portugal, aiming to defend their throne and bring the trophy back to Spain.
