Lamine Yamal has won the battle of Ballon d’Or contenders by scoring twice as Spain eclipsed France 5-4 in their Nations League semifinal.

Spain beat France 5-4 to book their place in the Nations League final; Lamine Yamal scored twice after Chelsea target Mike Maignan gifted him a second; Man Citys key target Rayan Cherki scored a stunning volley to spark a late flurry of goals;

Spain's teenage sensation Lamine Yamal inspired his country to a thrilling 5-4 win over France on Thursday to send the holders through to their third successive Nations League final where they will face Iberian neighbours Portugal.