On July 6, Beijing time, the much-anticipated Euro 2024 Quarter-Finals kicked off in a passionate atmosphere, with a football feast between Spain and Germany. The two traditional powerhouses, with their respective glorious history and desire for victory, started a fierce battle on the green field.
In the first half, the match was full of tension and intensity from the very beginning. Based on its trademark passing soccer, Spain continuously tore apart the German defense through accurate passing and flexible running. Germany, on the other hand, showed its tough defensive ability and fast counterattacking specialty, repeatedly taking advantage of the gaps after Spain's attack to launch threatening attacks. Both sides went back and forth, and the transition between offense and defense was so fast that the fans were almost dazzled. However, despite the frequent chances, neither Spain's Morata and Ferran Torres nor Germany's Havertz and Müller were able to convert their chances into goals, and the first half ended with a score of 0-0.
The game resumed at the changeover and neither side relaxed and continued to fight for the victory. In the 65th minute, the match reached a turning point. In a counter-attack by Spain, Yamal's precise direct drive in the midfield penetrated the German defense, and Olmo received the ball and calmly pushed the ball into the goal, breaking the deadlock for Spain and taking a 1-0 lead. The goal boosted Spain's morale, while Germany had to intensify their attack in an attempt to equalize the score.
As the clock ticked down, the game gradually entered a whitewash phase. Germany kept the pressure on Spain and it paid off in the final minutes. Würtz grabbed the opportunity in the middle of the melee and sent a powerful shot into the net, equalizing the game for Germany, 1-1. This goal brought the game back to life and the emotions of both fans reached their peak.
However, the game did not end there. After the extra time, both sides were a little less physical, but the fighting spirit was still high. In the 118th minute, Spain took advantage of a corner kick opportunity, Merino jumped up high in the penalty area, a powerful header, the ball cut a perfect arc into the corner of the goal, 2-1! Merino's kill gave Spain the lead again, and almost locked the victory.
As the final whistle blew, Spain beat Germany 2-1 to advance to the semi-finals of the UEFA Europa League.
