Lamine Yamal earns penalty as Spain reaches World Cup final
Yahoo Sports • 2 min read • Latest: Jul 14, 2026, 10:55 PM
Last updated Jul 14, 2026
Lamine Yamal played a crucial role in Spain's advancement to its second World Cup final on July 14, contributing by earning a penalty kick in the 22nd minute against France, which was converted by Mikel Oyarzabal. Spain secured a 2-0 win, with Pedro Porro scoring the second goal. Despite Yamal's lack of goals in the tournament following a hamstring injury, his performance, including absorbing a kick from Lucas Digne, showcased his dynamic play. Spain has displayed strong form throughout the tournament, with 13 goals scored and only one conceded, aided by a strong midfield presence. The final match is pending, and Spain looks set to compete for the title following their successful run.
- •Spain defeats France 2-0 to advance to the World Cup final.
- •Lamine Yamal earned a crucial penalty in the match.
- •Mikel Oyarzabal converted the penalty in the 22nd minute.
- •Spain's defense has conceded only once in the tournament.
- •The final match will determine the World Cup champion.
- 3:44 AMYahoo Sports — Lamine Yamal keeps incredible tournament record intact as Spain reach FIFA World Cup final
- 1:05 AMYahoo Sports — Lamine Yamal didn't score, but a sneaky play helped Spain beat France in the World Cup semifinals
- 10:55 PMYahoo Sports — Teen superstar Lamine Yamal contributes to Spain's World Cup final run in ways opponents can't see coming
"Lamine Yamal sensed an opportunity, taking off toward Lucas Digne as the France defender was trying to clear a ball he had just headed awkwardly in his own penalty area. Digne didn't even see Yamal coming when he raised a leg for a clearing kick. Yamal has scored only one goal on Spain's run to the World Cup final, ensured by a 2-0 victory over France in the semifinals on Tuesday.
"Teenaged Spanish superstar Lamine Yamal often performs wizardry on the soccer field with his left leg. This time, that leg came in handy for an odd reason -- but it was decisive in advancing Spain to its second-ever World Cup final.
"Lamine Yamal has already become a phenom for Spain at just 19 years old. The Barcelona superstar recently celebrated his 19th birthday, and he got the perfect present during Spain vs.
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External links- Yahoo SportsJul 15, 2026, 3:44 AMLamine Yamal keeps incredible tournament record intact as Spain reach FIFA World Cup final
Lamine Yamal has already become a phenom for Spain at just 19 years old. The Barcelona superstar recently celebrated his 19th birthday, and he got the perfect present during Spain vs.
- Yahoo SportsJul 15, 2026, 1:05 AMLamine Yamal didn't score, but a sneaky play helped Spain beat France in the World Cup semifinals
Lamine Yamal sensed an opportunity, taking off toward Lucas Digne as the France defender was trying to clear a ball he had just headed awkwardly in his own penalty area. Digne didn't even see Yamal coming when he raised a leg for a clearing kick. Yamal has scored only one goal on Spain's run to the World Cup final, ensured by a 2-0 victory over France in the semifinals on Tuesday.
- Yahoo SportsJul 14, 2026, 10:55 PMTeen superstar Lamine Yamal contributes to Spain's World Cup final run in ways opponents can't see coming
Teenaged Spanish superstar Lamine Yamal often performs wizardry on the soccer field with his left leg. This time, that leg came in handy for an odd reason -- but it was decisive in advancing Spain to its second-ever World Cup final.
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