Samuel Omorodion played a pivotal role as Spain overturned a deficit to defeat Morocco, booking their place in the men’s football final. 
The match, held on Monday, saw Spain trailing 1-0 at halftime. Moroccan star Soufiane Rahimi had put his team ahead with a penalty in the 37th minute. However, Spain's resilience shone through in the second half. Fermin Lopez equalized in the 65th minute with a deft left-footed strike, and the game seemed to be on a knife-edge.
With just minutes left, Juanlu Sanchez emerged as the hero, coming off the bench to score the decisive goal in the 85th minute at Stade de Marseille. His timely strike ensured a 2-1 victory and secured Spain’s place in the final, their fifth Olympic men’s football final, matching a historic record.
Omorodion’s introduction in the 88th minute was crucial in preserving the lead as Spain fought hard to see out the game. The victory not only reaffirms Spain’s football prowess but also sets the stage for an exciting final showdown against either France or Egypt.
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