Camello’s Extra-Time Heroics Seal Olympic Gold for Spain!

In a heart-stopping final that had fans glued to their screens, Spain edged France 5-3 in extra time to claim Olympic men’s football gold —their first since the iconic 1992 Barcelona Games. Substitute Sergio Camello became the night’s ultimate hero, netting twice in a dramatic overtime showdown at Paris’ Parc des Princes.

First Half Fireworks

France struck first through Enzo Millot’s 12th-minute opener, but Spain responded with a 10-minute blitz! Barcelona’s Fermin López bagged a quick brace , followed by Alex Baena’s jaw-dropping free-kick to make it 3-1. Yet France refused to fold…

Late Drama & Extra-Time Thrills

Maghnes Akliouche reignited French hopes at 3-2 , before a VAR-awarded penalty in stoppage time saw Jean-Philippe Mateta equalize—sending the crowd into meltdown! Extra time saw Camello shine, lobbing France’s keeper and slotting a clincher to spark Spanish celebrations .

\"I wish the summer never ends,\" said Baena post-match. \"To win, you have to suffer—especially against France in France!\"

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Camello's brace nets Spain football gold over France 5-3 in extra time

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