Football News Update: Euro 2024, Champions League, FIFA World Cup, Women’s World Cup, Africa Cup of Nations Standings, Premier League, EFL Cup, EFL Championship, EFL One, EFL Two, and FA Cup
In a thrilling match at the MHPArena in Stuttgart, Spain have secured a semi-final spot in Euro 2024 after a last-gasp header by Mikel Merino against Germany. This was a poignant moment for the Merino family, as Mikel’s father, Ángel Miguel Merino, had also scored at the same stadium, then known as the Neckarstadion, during his time with Osasuna in 1991.
Mikel Merino’s winner in the 95th minute capped off a dramatic match, with the young midfielder embracing his teammates and replicating his father’s celebration by running around the corner flag. “This stadium has something,” Mikel said afterwards. “I’ll remember this for ever. And on top of it all, it happened here. A cycle closes which makes me happy. I played my first Spain game in this stadium and my dad scored here.”
The victory was a significant one for Spain, who have had to rely on their impressive squad depth throughout the tournament. Manager Luis de la Fuente has made tactical changes, giving crucial minutes to the “second string” players, who have stepped up when needed. The semi-final will be a true test of Spain’s strength in depth, as they face a number of absences, including the suspended Álvaro Morata and the injured Pedri.
Elsewhere in the world of football, the Champions League has reached its knockout stages, with the quarter-final draws set to take place soon. The FIFA World Cup and Women’s World Cup are both on the horizon, with teams vying for a spot in the prestigious tournaments. In the Africa Cup of Nations, the standings are heating up as the competition reaches its climax.
Closer to home, the Premier League, EFL Cup, EFL Championship, EFL One, EFL Two, and FA Cup continue to provide thrilling action for fans across the country. With the season in full swing, clubs are battling it out for domestic glory and European qualification.
Stay tuned for more updates on these exciting football events and the latest news from the world of the beautiful game.
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