Spain Advances to Euro 2024 Semi-Finals After Defeating Germany
Spain triumphed over Germany with a 2-1 victory in a gripping Euro 2024 quarter-final match. The game, held in Germany, went into extra time, adding to the suspense and excitement of the evening.
The first significant moment came in the second half when Spain’s Dani Olmo found the back of the net. His goal put Spain ahead, giving them the upper hand and raising their hopes for a spot in the semi-finals.
However, Germany was not ready to concede defeat. Florian Wirtz, coming off the bench as a substitute, scored an equalizer in the 89th minute. This dramatic goal brought the score level and sent the match into extra time.
The extra time period was tense, with both teams fighting hard for the winning goal. It was in the 119th minute, just before the match would have gone to penalties, that Spain’s substitute Mikel Merino made a decisive move.
His header soared into the top corner of the net, sealing the victory for Spain and breaking the hearts of the home crowd.
With this win, Spain has secured a place in the semi-finals. They will now prepare to face either France or Portugal, adding to the anticipation of the next stage of the tournament.