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Spain Overwhelms Belgium 5-1 to Move Closer to Nations League Semifinals

A draw against England on June 3 at Cornellà-El Prat will secure their spot in the semifinals.

Luis Enrique da indicaciones a Dembelé, en el entrenamiento de ayer. | FILIP SINGER/EFE
Las jugadoras de la selección española celebrando un gol ante Belgica

Overview

  • Forwards Esther González and Athenea del Castillo each scored twice to secure a commanding 5-1 victory.
  • Midfielders Mariona Caldentey and Salma Paralluelo provided key assists to sustain Spain’s attacking momentum.
  • Coach Montse Tomé started seven Barcelona players to leverage club cohesion for the national side.
  • Nineteen-year-old Lucía Corrales made her senior debut as a second-half substitute.
  • Spain’s five-goal haul keeps them on course for the Nations League semifinals, which are scheduled for October.