Lamine Yamal was the star as Spain beat France in a nine-goal thriller to set up a Nations League final against Portugal on Sunday. This semi-final in the German city of Stuttgart was billed as a battle of the Ballon d’Or 2025 contenders and featured some of the brightest names in European football,

The UEFA Nations League is nearing its conclusion, with Thursday's game between Spain and France determining the final spot in Sunday's final. France finished the group stage as the winner of A2, posting four wins, one draw, and one loss. The team tied in points with Italy but earned the top spot based on goal differential.

Reigning European champions Spain face World Cup runner-up France in the second semifinal of UEFA Nations League.