Football News: Spain Shock Germany in Epic Euro 2024 Quarterfinal Clash
In a thrilling UEFA Euro 2024 quarterfinal match, Spain became the first nation to eliminate the host team from a European Championship at this stage, defeating Germany 2-1 in an epic encounter in Stuttgart.
Substitute Dani Olmo opened the scoring for Spain early in the second half, but Germany fought back late in normal time through Florian Wirtz to level the tie. However, with just a minute remaining in extra time, Mikel Merino’s header off a cross from Olmo secured the win for La Roja, sending them into a semifinal clash against France on Tuesday in Munich.
“This was a clash between two European football heavyweights, with 39 fouls committed in the match, the most in a single Euros fixture since Croatia faced Portugal in 2016. Spain’s pedigree ultimately proved the difference, as they reached the semifinals for the sixth time in the tournament’s history, behind only Germany’s eight appearances.”
Olmo, who came off the bench, made a significant impact, scoring the opener and then providing the assist for Merino’s dramatic late winner. At 16 years old, Spain’s Lamine Yamal also became the first teenager to record three assists at a single edition of the Euros or World Cup.
The result was a heartbreaking one for Germany, whose coach Julian Nagelsmann admitted his players didn’t deserve to exit the competition. However, Spain’s hunger and determination were on full display, as head coach Luis de la Fuente praised his “insatiable” players, who are now well on their way to replicating their Euro 2008 and 2012 triumphs.
The match was a classic encounter, with both sides going all-out for the win, and the late drama ensured it will be remembered as one of the standout fixtures of Euro 2024 so far. Spain now march on, looking to add another European title to their impressive collection.
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