France to battle Spain in Euro 2024 Semifinal

France and Spain have advanced to the semifinals of Euro 2024 after thrilling quarterfinal matches.

France defeated Portugal 5-3 in a penalty shootout, while Spain edged out host nation Germany 2-1 in extra time.

Les Bleus, led by coach Didier Deschamps, will be seeking their third European Championship title after 1984 and 2000.

Despite not having scored from open play in the tournament, France has shown resilience and determination to reach the semifinals.

Spain, under coach Luis de la Fuente, has a significant opportunity to lift the trophy in Berlin next week.

Their win over Germany marked the first time they have eliminated the host of a major tournament in 10 attempts.

The semifinal match between France and Spain promises to be an exciting encounter, with both teams displaying skill and determination in their quarterfinal victories.

The winner will advance to the final, which will be held in Berlin on July 14.

In the other quarterfinal match, Kylian Mbappé’s France defeated Cristiano Ronaldo’s Portugal in a penalty shootout, ending Ronaldo’s hopes of winning a major international trophy.

Mbappé has been instrumental in France’s campaign, and his performance in the semifinals will be crucial to their chances of advancing to the final.

Spain’s victory over Germany was marked by a dramatic finish, with substitute Mikel Merino scoring the winning goal in the 119th minute.

Merino’s celebration, which saw him mimic his father’s goal celebration in the same stadium 33 years ago, added to the emotional intensity of the match.

The Euro 2024 semifinals are shaping up to be intense and thrilling encounters, with France and Spain vying for a spot in the final.

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