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Claudia Pina’s Second-Half Double Sends Spain into Nations League Semifinals

Pina recovered from an early deficit to seal Spain’s spot in the Nations League semifinals in October.

Overview

  • Claudia Pina was introduced at half-time and converted in the 60th minute before scoring the winner in the 70th.
  • England took the lead in the 22nd minute through Alessia Russo after referee Katalin Kulcsar declined to award a foul on Salma Paralluelo.
  • Spain dominated possession at Barcelona’s RCDE Stadium, marking the national team’s first return to the city in 28 years.
  • The 2-1 victory confirms Spain’s place in the final four of the Nations League, with home-and-away semifinals set for October 22–28, 2025.
  • Coach Montse Tomé’s starting XI featured seven FC Barcelona players, underlining the club’s influence on the national side.