Spain has reached its first-ever FIFA Women’s World Cup final after a thrilling 2-1 victory over Sweden in the semifinals. The match was an intense back-and-forth battle, with all three goals scored in the final 10 minutes of play. Teenage sensation Salma Paralluelo broke the deadlock for Spain in the 81st minute with her second goal of the tournament, seizing on a loose ball in the box. Sweden, determined not to be outdone, quickly responded with an 88th-minute equalizer by Rebecka Blomqvist.
Just a minute later, Spain retook the lead through Olga Carmona’s stunning shot from the edge of the box, which ricocheted off the crossbar and in, leaving Swedish goalkeeper Zecira Musovic helpless. Carmona’s decisive strike pushed Spain past Sweden, ending a remarkable semifinal and securing La Roja’s place in the final.
The victory marked a significant achievement for Spain, a rising power in women’s football, while Sweden, making its fifth appearance in a World Cup semifinal, fell short of reaching the final again. Spain now awaits the winner of the England vs. Australia semifinal to determine its opponent in the final.
Solid FM | May 7, 2024
