3️⃣ things we learned from Spain's big Women's EUROs rout of Belgium | OneFootball

Spain sent a powerful message to the rest of the tournament with a dazzling 6‑2 victory over Belgium in Group B of the UEFA Women’s Euro 2025, which saw them book their spot in the quarter-finals.

A masterclass led by Alexia Putellas saw La Roja outclass a spirited Belgian side in a match full of flair, goals, and a few defensive warning signs.

Here are three key things we learned from Spain’s commanding performance.

1. Alexia Putellas dominated the game

The two-time Ballon d’Or winner was unstoppable—she scored Spain’s opener in the 22nd minute, sealed the win with her second goal late on, and also provided two assists—becoming the first player in Women’s Euros history to record a brace and a brace of assists in the same match..

She was rightly named Player of the Match and described hitting a “flow state” that powered Spain’s attack.

2. Spain’s bench depth and tactical flexibility

Coach Montse Tomé’s substitutions were pivota - bringing on two-time Ballon d'Or winner Aitana Bonmatí at half-time steadied the midfield. The Barcelona superstar is continuing her return from viral meningitis.

Tomé's comments afterwards highlighted the squad’s strength in depth: “we have a luxury of having so many options… this allows us to create solutions depending on the moment."

3. Brilliant offensive display, but some defensive concerns

Spain have now scored 11 goals in two matches, reinforcing their status as tournament favourites .

However, Belgium managed to score twice - once from a Vanhaevermaet header and again via a VAR-awarded Eurlings strike - exposing vulnerabilities at set pieces and during transitions

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