Spain win U-20 Women's World Cup after penalty shootout against North Korea

Spain won the U-20 Women's World Cup on Sunday, beating North Korea 4-3 on penalties in Poland, according to Europa Press.

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Spain have won the FIFA U-20 Women's World Cup, beating North Korea 4-3 on penalties after a 0-0 draw in regular and extra time, according to Europa Press. The final was played on Sunday in Poland, with Laia López featuring for the Spanish side.

Spanish media celebrated the victory as Spain's second U-20 world title. AS reported on the celebrations, while Mundo Deportivo and El País highlighted the win over North Korea, with El País noting Spain settled the score in a penalty shootout. El Mundo said Spain dethroned North Korea, and ABC followed the final live.

French outlet So Foot confirmed the title on penalties, and ESPN said the win continues Spain's global dominance.

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