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Euro 2024 Final: Spain vs England – Highlights, Winner, and Key Moments!

July 1, 20241

The Euro 2024 Final was a historic clash between two footballing giants: Spain and England. Held at Berlin’s Olympiastadion on July 14, 2024, the match delivered drama, skill, and unforgettable moments. Spain emerged victorious with a 2-1 win, securing their fourth European Championship title, while England’s wait for a major trophy since 1966 continues.

In this in-depth breakdown, we’ll cover:
✔ Match Highlights & Key Moments
✔ Tactical Analysis: How Spain Outplayed England
✔ Star Performers: Lamine Yamal & Rodri Shine
✔ England’s Heartbreak: What Went Wrong?
✔ Post-Match Reactions & Records Broken

Let’s dive in!

⚽ Match Highlights & Key Moments

First Half: Spain’s Dominance

Spain started aggressively, controlling possession with their signature tiki-taka style. England, under Gareth Southgate, opted for a defensive 5-4-1 formation, aiming to counterattack.

16’ – GOAL (Spain 1-0 England)
- Lamine Yamal, the 16-year-old sensation, made history by becoming the youngest scorer in a Euro final. A stunning left-footed strike from outside the box left Jordan Pickford helpless. (Watch the goal here)
32’ – England’s Response
- Harry Kane forced a brilliant save from Unai Simón, England’s best chance of the half.

Second Half: Drama Unfolds

England adjusted tactics, pushing more men forward.

47’ – GOAL (Spain 2-0 England)
- Dani Olmo capitalized on a defensive error, slotting past Pickford.
73’ – England’s Lifeline (Spain 2-1 England)
- Substitute Cole Palmer scored a stunning free-kick, reigniting hope.
89’ – Last-Minute Drama
- Bukayo Saka’s shot hit the post, denying England an equalizer.

Final Whistle: Spain Crowned Champions!

Spain held on to win 2-1, lifting their fourth Euro trophy, while England suffered back-to-back final defeats (Euro 2020 & 2024).

Tactical Analysis: How Spain Outplayed England

Spain’s Midfield Masterclass

Rodri (Player of the Tournament) dominated midfield, completing 92% of his passes.
Fabian Ruiz & Pedri controlled tempo, suffocating England’s attacks.

England’s Defensive Struggles

Harry Kane’s lack of mobility hurt England’s press.
Southgate’s late subs (Palmer, Gordon) nearly saved the game—but was it too late?

Key Stat: Possession Battle

Team	Possession	Shots (On Target)
Spain	62%	14 (6)
England	38%	8 (3)

Spain’s high press forced England into mistakes, proving decisive.

Star Performers: Lamine Yamal & Rodri Shine

Lamine Yamal – The Teenage Phenom

Youngest Euro final scorer (16 years, 362 days).
Dribbled past Kyle Walker multiple times, showcasing elite potential.

Rodri – The Midfield Maestro

Man of the Match with 12 recoveries & 3 key passes.
Cemented his status as the best defensive midfielder in the world.

England’s Bright Spot: Cole Palmer

His free-kick goal was England’s best moment.
Should he start in the 2026 World Cup?

England’s Heartbreak: What Went Wrong?

Defensive Errors – John Stones lost Olmo for Spain’s second goal.
Lack of Creativity – Jude Bellingham was marked out of the game.
Southgate’s Conservative Approach – Did he wait too long to attack?

Fan Reaction:

“Same old England… so close yet so far.” – @ThreeLionsFan
“Yamal is a generational talent!” – @LaLigaEnthusiast

Post-Match Reactions & Records Broken

✅ Spain joins Germany as the only 4-time Euro winners.
✅ Lamine Yamal breaks Pele’s record for youngest final scorer in a major tournament.
✅ Gareth Southgate’s future uncertain – will he resign?

Luis de la Fuente (Spain coach):
“This team has made history. The future is bright with talents like Yamal.”

Harry Kane (England captain):
“Devastated. We gave everything, but Spain were brilliant.”