Pina's Double Seals Spain's Women's Nations League Title as Germany Falls 3-0
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Madrid, Spain - Spain's women's national team retained their Nations League title with a commanding 3-0 victory over Germany in the second leg of the final, thanks in large part to Clàudia Pina's two goals. The 19-year-old forward broke the deadlock in the 61st minute, and Vicky López added a second seven minutes later. Pina sealed the win in the 74th minute after a Germany mistake. The match, played at Atlético Madrid's Metropolitano Stadium in front of a record crowd of nearly 56,000, was a dominant performance by Spain. Despite the absence of injured star Aitana Bonmatí, the team showed no signs of weakness, with Esther González and Mariona Caldentey creating early scoring opportunities. Germany, meanwhile, struggled to find their footing, with Nicole Anyomi's one-on-one chance in the first half going wide. Spain's victory marked their third win in four finals, following their success in the 2023 Women's World Cup and their win over France in the 2024 Women's Nations League. The team's win was met with joy from the fans, who stayed in their seats long after the final whistle, and praise from coach Sonia Bermúdez, who took over the team in August. 'The goal was to win again and retain the Nations League title. It was all worth it,' she said. The win is also a testament to the growth of women's soccer in Spain, with team captain Alexia Putellas noting that it's 'one of the most magical nights we have ever experienced, one of the best in my career.' The team's achievement will continue to inspire young girls and boys to pursue their dreams in the sport.
