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All is set for the highly anticipated Euro 2024 final between Spain and England. From the initial 24 teams, only two remain standing, ready to compete for the ultimate glory.
England enters this final as a formidable opponent, having consistently demonstrated resilience and strength throughout the tournament, particularly in the knockout stages.
This match marks England’s first major final on foreign soil. The Three Lions previously hosted and won the 1966 World Cup and narrowly missed out on the Euro 2020 title, losing to Italy in a penalty shootout at Wembley.
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Spain, on the other hand, is widely regarded as the best team of the tournament. Blending youth and experience, Spain boasts a roster featuring the likes of Fabian Ruiz, Rodri, captain Alvaro Morata, and talented youngsters Lamine Yamal and Nico Williams.
Buoyed by a dynamic squad, La Roja has been propelled to the final, defeating defending champions Italy, hosts Germany, and France along the way. Luis de la Fuente’s men are confident and aim to become the first nation to win four EURO titles.
Preview
England’s journey to the final has been one of growth and determination. Despite a slow start, the team has hit its stride. Ollie Watkins’ last-gasp winner off the bench in the semi-final against the Netherlands highlights the depth and versatility at Gareth Southgate’s disposal. This resilience will be crucial as they face Spain in Berlin.
The painful loss to Italy in the Euro 2020 final at Wembley has prepared England mentally for this challenge. Their most recent encounter with Spain, a 3-2 victory in the Nations League in Seville, adds an extra layer of confidence.
Spain’s path to the final has been impressive. The blend of seasoned veterans and emerging talents has created a team capable of overcoming any obstacle.
As the football world watches, Spain and England are set to deliver a thrilling final. The blend of tactical prowess, individual brilliance, and the weight of national expectations promises an unforgettable showdown. The stage is set for this clash of titans.
Luis de la Fuente: “I’m happy. I don’t have time to accumulate negative things in my life, only the good things. To be in a European final is one of the biggest achievements you can have in football.
Gareth Southgate: “Players don’t need motivating for matches like this; we’ve got to make sure we’re on the right side of the fine margins that decide these games.
“[Spain] have a very clear way of playing; they have a settled team who press very well with real intensity. They keep possession very well so you have to be very organised…”
Possible line-ups
Spain: SimĆ³n; Carvajal, Le Normand, Laporte, Cucurella; Ruiz, Rodri, Olmo; Yamal, Morata, Williams.
England: Pickford; Walker, Stones, GuƩhi; Saka, Mainoo, Rice, Shaw; Bellingham, Foden; Kane.
Kick-off
The Spain-England final will kickoff at exactly 20:00 GMT+1/WAT.
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