Soccer-One small step for Spain, one final push for World Cup glory

Soccer Football - FIFA Women’s World Cup Australia and New Zealand 2023 - Semi Final - Spain v Sweden - Eden Park, Auckland, New Zealand - August 15, 2023 Spain players and coach Jorge Vilda celebrate after progressing to the final of the World Cup REUTERS/Amanda Perobelli

AUCKLAND (Reuters) - Spain are just one step away from Women's World Cup glory after their dramatic 2-1 semi-final win over Sweden on Tuesday and forward Salma Paralluelo said 'La Roja' had proved they have what it takes to be crowned champions.

Goalless for 80 minutes, a cagey affair at Eden Park looked to be drifting towards extra time but sparked to life when substitute Paralluelo put Spain ahead with nine minutes left.