🔥Epic 93rd-minute comeback: Spain U21 go top of the group | OneFootball

The Spanish Under-21 team achieved a hugely important and hard-fought victory against Finland (2-1) at the Estadio de Castalia, in a crucial match for the qualification phase of the 2027 UEFA European Under-21 Championship. The win, built on an epic comeback in the final minutes, allows "La Rojita" to snatch the lead in Group A from the Nordics and maintain their perfect record.

The match, which pitted the two teams with a perfect record of victories against each other, lived up to the expectations of maximum intensity.

A Match of Maximum Difficulty

Finland, who had thrashed their opponents in their opening matches and had shown enviable defensive solidity, proved to be a very uncomfortable rival, at times nullifying the Spanish possession game.

The Finnish approach remained solid well into the second half. Despite Spain’s territorial dominance, clear chances were not coming, and the score remained unchanged. The match became an uphill battle for David Gordo’s team after Finland’s goal.

The Reaction and Agonizing Goals

However, the courage and persistence of the Spanish team were eventually rewarded. The coach made changes from the bench, bringing on players who revolutionized the attack. It was precisely one of these impact substitutes, Mayenda, who managed the long-awaited equalizer by finishing off a loose ball in the box.

The goal unleashed Spain’s final offensive, as they went all out for the win. The epic was completed in added time, when Gonzalo García, with a spectacular shot that grazed the top corner, beat the Finnish goalkeeper and sent Castalia into a frenzy.

Solo Leadership

The goal in the 93rd minute not only sealed the victory, but also gave Spain sole leadership of the group.

With this dramatic victory, the Spanish Under-21s have taken nine points from a possible nine and consolidated their place at the top of their group, showing that despite difficulties and generational changes, their competitive spirit and individual quality remain their hallmarks as they look to qualify for the 2027 European Championship.

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