Tiki-taka no more: Spain’s remarkable ball possession streak ends at Euro 2024 against Croatia
6 months, 1 week ago

Tiki-taka no more: Spain’s remarkable ball possession streak ends at Euro 2024 against Croatia

Associated Press  

BERLIN — Greedy for the ball no more, Spain has won a game by playing unlike Spain. After La Roja’s 3-0 victory over Croatia 3-0 at Euro 2024 on Saturday, the match statistics showed something extremely rare: Spain had only 46% possession. “The important thing is winning and playing well, not the possession stats,” Spain midfielder Fabián Ruiz said after scoring a goal and setting up another against Croatia. Spain won the 2010 World Cup under coach Vicente del Bosque, then Euro 2012 as defending champion — both while dominating possession. Those defeats stung, and Spain’s new coach Luis de la Fuente has revolutionized the team’s priorities since taking over from Luis Enrique after the 2022 World Cup.

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UEFA Nations League 2024-25: Spain tops group with 2-1 win against Denmark
1 month, 1 week ago

UEFA Nations League 2024-25: Spain tops group with 2-1 win against Denmark

The Hindu  

Spain’s Mikel Oyarzabal and Ayoze Perez scored to secure a 2-1 victory over host Denmark on Friday and clinch the top spot in the UEFA Nations League Group A4 after it secured a place in the quarterfinals last month. A mistake by Spain substitute Fabian Ruiz gifted Denmark’s Gustav Isaksen a late consolation after a poor pass back. With Spain’s …

Nations League: Spain plays out drab goalless draw against Serbia
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Nations League: Spain plays out drab goalless draw against Serbia

The Hindu  

Euro 2024 champion Spain was held to a dour goalless away draw with Serbia in Nations League Group Four on Thursday, ending a nine-game winning streak and dropping its first points since March. Missing key players like midfielder Rodri and captain Alvaro Morata due to a suspension and injured goalkeeper Unai Simon, Spain started the game slowly. Spain recorded only …

Once Yamal and Williams helped Spain out of its ‘tiki-taka’ rut, no rival could resist at Euro 2024
5 months, 1 week ago

Once Yamal and Williams helped Spain out of its ‘tiki-taka’ rut, no rival could resist at Euro 2024

Associated Press  

BARCELONA, Spain — Spain arrived in Germany with no huge stars and no real expectations. The youthful spark of Lamine Yamal and Nico Williams combined perfectly with the veteran poise of Rodri and other mainstays who had yet to win a major trophy as Spain completed its superb Euro 2024 in the final with a 2-1 win over England on …

Euro 2024: Spain lifts trophy for record 4th time, beat England 2-1 in thrilling final
5 months, 1 week ago

Euro 2024: Spain lifts trophy for record 4th time, beat England 2-1 in thrilling final

India TV News  

Spain defeated England in the final of Euro 2024 to lift the trophy for the record fourth time. It was a thrilling summit clash between the two deserving teams but Spain prevailed in the end winning the game 2-1 thanks to the late winner from Mikel Oyarzabal. Gareth Southgate and Luis de la Fuente, coaches of Spain and England respectively, …

Spain wins record fourth European Championship title by inflicting another painful loss on England
5 months, 1 week ago

Spain wins record fourth European Championship title by inflicting another painful loss on England

New Indian Express  

BERLIN: Spain is the king of European soccer for a record fourth time. Completing a tournament the team dominated from start to finish, Spain beat England 2-1 in the European Championship final on Sunday with Mikel Oyarzabal the unlikely match-winner in the 86th minute. England, the birthplace of soccer, is still without a major title in the men's game since …

Euro 2024 final: Spain and England to meet in front of Prince William and King Felipe
5 months, 1 week ago

Euro 2024 final: Spain and England to meet in front of Prince William and King Felipe

The Hindu  

Spain and England will meet in the European Championship final on Sunday, with much of the focus on a teenage wonderkid and whether one of the world’s most underachieving teams can end its decades-long wait for a title. The match is scheduled to start at 9 p.m. local time in Berlin and is expected to be attended by Prince William, …

Spain wins record fourth European Championship title by inflicting another painful loss on England
5 months, 1 week ago

Spain wins record fourth European Championship title by inflicting another painful loss on England

Associated Press  

BERLIN — Spain is the king of European soccer for a record fourth time. Spain’s Mikel Oyarzabal celebrates after scoring his side’s second goal during the final match between Spain and England at the Euro 2024 soccer tournament in Berlin, Germany, Sunday, July 14, 2024. Spain’s Nico Williams celebrates after scoring his side’s opening goal during the final match between …

Euro 2024: Our ranking of all the games in Germany this summer
5 months, 1 week ago

Euro 2024: Our ranking of all the games in Germany this summer

New York Times  

You will have seen plenty of top 10 lists during this European Championship but how about a top 51? In a quick start to the game, Germany’s threat from corner kicks forced Kasper Schmeichel to make one save after another until Denmark’s pressing and organisation without the ball improved after the 20th minute. Poland’s second goal from a corner kick …

Euro 2024: If Spain triumph, the real winner will be football
5 months, 1 week ago

Euro 2024: If Spain triumph, the real winner will be football

Hindustan Times  

New Delhi: There are many around the world who will hope that the Euro 2024 heads ‘home’ and they won’t be wrong in that either. Trends are often dictated by the winners and that is why Spain, rather than England, might get coaches and teams to re-evaluate the idea of winning football. They tend to switch between 4-2-3-1 and 4-3-3 …

UEFA Euro 2024: Spain vs England preview – Who will win the final?
5 months, 1 week ago

UEFA Euro 2024: Spain vs England preview – Who will win the final?

Al Jazeera  

Who: Spain vs England What: Euro 2024 semifinals Where: BVB Stadion in Dortmund, Germany When: 9pm kickoff on Saturday, July 14 How to follow: Al Jazeera will bring you live text commentary of the game with build-up starting four hours before kickoff When Spain meet England in the final of Euro 2024, history will beckon for either winner. There is …

A closer look at Euro 2024 finalists Spain ahead of Sunday’s Berlin showpiece
5 months, 2 weeks ago

A closer look at Euro 2024 finalists Spain ahead of Sunday’s Berlin showpiece

The Independent  

Sign up to Miguel Delaney’s Reading the Game newsletter sent straight to your inbox for free Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Luis de la Fuente’s side beat France in the semi-final to continue …

Spain beats France 2-1 to reach Euro 2024 final. Yamal sets the mark as youngest-ever scorer
5 months, 2 weeks ago

Spain beats France 2-1 to reach Euro 2024 final. Yamal sets the mark as youngest-ever scorer

Associated Press  

MUNICH — After seeing off another one of the pre-tournament favorites to reach the Euro 2024 final, Spain coach Luis de la Fuente has warned England or the Netherlands that his team can still improve. France took an early lead when Randal Kolo Muani headed in a cross from Kylian Mbappé, who played without a mask, before Yamal’s moment of …

Spain vs France, Euro 2024 semifinal: All-time head-to-head record ahead of ESP v FRA clash
5 months, 2 weeks ago

Spain vs France, Euro 2024 semifinal: All-time head-to-head record ahead of ESP v FRA clash

The Hindu  

Goal-shy France will be looking to silence the critics when it takes on Spain in their Euro 2024 semifinal clash on Tuesday in Munich, while its opponents hopes to keep its impressive campaign going even without key players. FOLLOW THE MATCH LIVE | SPAIN VS FRANCE LIVE SCORE, EURO 2024 SEMIFINAL With Kylian Mbappe leading its talented squad, France was …

Which team will Spain face? Who is England up against? Here's how Euro 2024 semifinal fixtures look like
5 months, 2 weeks ago

Which team will Spain face? Who is England up against? Here's how Euro 2024 semifinal fixtures look like

Hindustan Times  

After three weeks of riveting action, the 2024 edition of the European Championship is down to just four teams, who will remain for a place in the final and lift the coveted trophy on July 14 at the Olympiastadion Berlin. Later on Saturday, Euro 2020 runner-up England beat Switzerland via penalties while Euro 1988 winner Netherlands became the final team …

Spain Vs Germany Euro 2024 Quarter Final: Merino's Extra-Time Winner Ousts Hosts Out Of Euros
5 months, 2 weeks ago

Spain Vs Germany Euro 2024 Quarter Final: Merino's Extra-Time Winner Ousts Hosts Out Of Euros

ABP News  

Euro 2024: Spain and Germany played out one of the most memorable matches in the history of Euros, as the former clinched a 2-1 victory over the hosts to break the hearts of local fans, and with the defeat, the iconic career of legendary Toni Kroos officially comes to an end. Dani Olmo opened the scoring for Spain with a …

Euro 2024: Merino last-gasp goal sends Spain to semis after dramatic extra-time win over Germany
5 months, 2 weeks ago

Euro 2024: Merino last-gasp goal sends Spain to semis after dramatic extra-time win over Germany

The Hindu  

Substitute headed Spain into the semifinals of the European Championship as they snatched a 2-1 win over Germany in extra time on Friday. Florian Wirtz’s equalizer in the last minute of regulation time sent the gripping quarterfinal to extra time after Dani Olmo — who set up Merino’s winner — netted the opener early in the second half. This was …

Euro 2024 quarterfinal: Merino scores in extra time to help Spain beat Germany 2-1 to reach semifinal
5 months, 2 weeks ago

Euro 2024 quarterfinal: Merino scores in extra time to help Spain beat Germany 2-1 to reach semifinal

The Hindu  

A Mikel Merino goal in the last moments of extra time gave Spain a dramatic 2-1 win over host Germany in an enthralling Euro 2024 quarterfinal clash on Friday between the tournament’s two most successful nations. Spain was the better side for the first hour and wasted several opportunities before Dani Olmo gave it a deserved lead six minutes after …

Merino last-gasp goal sends Spain to Euro 2024 semis after dramatic extra-time win over Germany
5 months, 2 weeks ago

Merino last-gasp goal sends Spain to Euro 2024 semis after dramatic extra-time win over Germany

Associated Press  

STUTTGART, Germany — Spain and its fans celebrated as if they’d won the European Championship. Spain snatched a 2-1 win in extra time on Friday thanks to substitute Mikel Merino’s header in the 119th minute. “We were so close, that’s what makes it so bitter,” Germany midfielder Toni Kroos said after the final match of his excellent career. Despite the …

Euro 2024, Spain vs Germany Highlights: Merino late goal powers ESP to semis
5 months, 2 weeks ago

Euro 2024, Spain vs Germany Highlights: Merino late goal powers ESP to semis

Hindustan Times  

UEFA Euro Cup 2024 Quarterfinals, Spain vs Germany Highlights: Mikel Merino headed the ball at the back of the net in the 119th minute to help Spain reach semi-final with 2-1 win over hosts Germany. Spain will put sentiment to one side on Friday when they play Germany in the quarter-finals, knowing that victory would spell retirement for veteran midfielder …

Spain vs Germany, Euro 2024 Quarterfinal: Predicted lineups; Team news ahead of ESP v GER
5 months, 2 weeks ago

Spain vs Germany, Euro 2024 Quarterfinal: Predicted lineups; Team news ahead of ESP v GER

The Hindu  

Hosts Germany’s talented squad led by captain Ilkay Gundogan will be under scrutiny when it steps onto the MHPArena in Stuttgart pitch to face high-flying SPain in their Euro 2024 quarterfinal clash on Friday. Despite finishing top of Group A with seven points, Germany stumbled to an unexpected draw against neighbours Switzerland that raised a few questions, however, a convincing …

Euro 2024 quarter-finals: Analysing the strengths and weaknesses of the last eight
5 months, 2 weeks ago

Euro 2024 quarter-finals: Analysing the strengths and weaknesses of the last eight

New York Times  

From 24 squads descending on Germany, eight remain. From a tactical and data perspective, clear patterns are emerging in each country’s stylistic approach — so how might each of the four quarter-finals look across the next two days? GO DEEPER How Spain won Euro 2008: A change of style, a sense of adventure and the steel of Senna Spain’s first …

Spain’s biggest Euro 2024 challenge is to overcome their own defining trait
5 months, 3 weeks ago

Spain’s biggest Euro 2024 challenge is to overcome their own defining trait

The Independent  

Sign up to Miguel Delaney’s Reading the Game newsletter sent straight to your inbox for free Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Three wins from three and impressive across the …

Euro 2024: Spain coach plays down favourites tag after topping group
5 months, 4 weeks ago

Euro 2024: Spain coach plays down favourites tag after topping group

Hindustan Times  

Mumbai: Spain’s coach Luis de la Fuente rang in ten changes to his starting eleven. La Roja, already assured of a round of 16 spot in Euro 2024 after beating Croatia and Italy, could afford that luxury when they took on Albania on Monday night. TOPSHOT - Spain's forward #11 Ferran Torres celebrates scoring his team's first goal during the …

Euro 2024: Croatia on brink of knockout, Spain, Italy qualify for Round of 16
6 months ago

Euro 2024: Croatia on brink of knockout, Spain, Italy qualify for Round of 16

India Today  

An added time goal from Italy's Mattia Zaccagni snatched a 1-1 draw with Croatia which was enough to earn them a place in the last 16 of Euro 2024 as Group B runners-up where they will face Switzerland, while Croatia must wait to see if they progress. Spain top the group on nine points, Italy finish with four and Croatia …

Euro 2024: Italy stuns Croatia, Spain advances with perfect record
6 months ago

Euro 2024: Italy stuns Croatia, Spain advances with perfect record

China Daily  

Italy's Gianluigi Donnarumma celebrates with coach Luciano Spalletti and Mattia Zaccagni after the match against Croatia of Group B at the Euro 2024 at Leipzig Stadium, Leipzig, Germany June 24, 2024. BERLIN -- Mattias Zaccagni's last-grasp 1-1 equalizer against Croatia sent reigning champion Italy through the Euro 2024 group stage while Spain capped a perfect Group B run with 1-0 …

Much-changed Spain beats Albania 1-0 at Euro 2024 to finish perfect group stage
6 months ago

Much-changed Spain beats Albania 1-0 at Euro 2024 to finish perfect group stage

Associated Press  

DUESSELDORF, Germany — Spain changed almost its entire lineup and still kept up its victorious start to the European Championship with a 1-0 win over Albania, which was eliminated on Monday. With his team already assured of winning Group B, coach Luis de la Fuente changed 10 of his starters and Spain won all three group games at a Euros …

Euro 2024: Slick Spain keen to maintain momentum against Albania
6 months ago

Euro 2024: Slick Spain keen to maintain momentum against Albania

The Hindu  

Impressive Spain have secured top spot in Group B and a place in the last 16 of Euro 2024 but they will not be taking their foot off the gas against Albania in Duesseldorf on June 24. While coach Luis de la Fuente has the luxury of being able to rest players for the final group game, he will also …

Euro 2024: Spain advances to knockout round with statement win over defending champion Italy
6 months ago

Euro 2024: Spain advances to knockout round with statement win over defending champion Italy

The Hindu  

Spain, the three-time European champion advanced to the round of 16 at Euro 2024 after a 1-0 win against holder Italy on Thursday. “I think it was the best Spain performance I have taken charge of,” coach Luis de la Fuente said. The sky is the limit.” Spain totally dominated defending champion Italy, with 16-year-old winger Lamine Yamal further enhancing …

Spain advances to knockout round at Euro 2024 with statement win over defending champion Italy
6 months ago

Spain advances to knockout round at Euro 2024 with statement win over defending champion Italy

Associated Press  

GELSENKIRCHEN, Germany — Europe beware — Spain might just be back. “I think it was the best Spain performance I have taken charge of,” coach Luis de la Fuente said. The sky is the limit.” Spain totally dominated defending champion Italy, with 16-year-old winger Lamine Yamal further enhancing his reputation as one of soccer’s most exciting young stars. They caused …

Spain ease past Croatia, Italy overpower Albania in Euro 2024
6 months, 1 week ago

Spain ease past Croatia, Italy overpower Albania in Euro 2024

China Daily  

BERLIN -- Spain ensured a perfect start into Euro 2024 after easing past Croatia with three goals in 45 minutes while Italy came from behind to edge Albania 2-1 in Group B on Saturday. The three first-half goals from Alvaro Morata, Fabian Ruiz and Daniel Carvajal allowed the Spaniards to start their Euro 2024 campaign with a bang in Group …

Spain vs Croatia player ratings: Teenager Lamine Yamal shows glimpses of bright future in easy Euro 2024 win
6 months, 1 week ago

Spain vs Croatia player ratings: Teenager Lamine Yamal shows glimpses of bright future in easy Euro 2024 win

The Independent  

Sign up to Miguel Delaney’s Reading the Game newsletter sent straight to your inbox for free Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Captain Alvaro Morata opened the scoring for Luis de la Fuente’s side …

Euro 2024: Spain romp past Croatia in opener as Yamal makes history
6 months, 1 week ago

Euro 2024: Spain romp past Croatia in opener as Yamal makes history

The Hindu  

Spain made a dream start to Euro 2024 as Alvaro Morata scored in a statement 3-0 victory over Croatia in Berlin on June 15, with Lamine Yamal becoming the youngest player in the competition’s history. Spain also showed their increasing versatility under De la Fuente with their first goal, as one excellent through ball from inside his own half by …

Euro 2024: Familiar foes Spain and Croatia clash again in group opener
6 months, 1 week ago

Euro 2024: Familiar foes Spain and Croatia clash again in group opener

Associated Press  

BERLIN — Spain’s bid for a fourth European Championship title begins against Croatia in Berlin’s Olympiastadion — where the final will be played next month. Here’s what to know about the match: Match facts — Spain and Croatia are meeting for the fourth successive time at the European Championship. Team news — Spain coach Luis de la Fuente dropped Barcelona …

Euro 2024: Young stars give Spain hope amid institutional chaos
6 months, 1 week ago

Euro 2024: Young stars give Spain hope amid institutional chaos

Firstpost  

Spain are not classed among the favourites to win Euro 2024, but their young stars could propel them far. Spain’s quality faded since, with the team going 11 years before winning another trophy, a drought ended by Nations League glory last year. Luis Enrique’s Spain passed endlessly at the 2022 World Cup, as was the coach’s wont, but they fell …

Spain routs Cyprus 6-0 in Euro 2024 qualifying after judge issues Rubiales order
1 year, 3 months ago

Spain routs Cyprus 6-0 in Euro 2024 qualifying after judge issues Rubiales order

Associated Press  

GRANADA, Spain — Spain’s men restored normal service on the field Tuesday, beating Cyprus 6-0 in a European Championship qualifying game two days after disgraced soccer federation president Luis Rubiales resigned. At almost exactly the time Gavi gave Spain an 18th-minute lead Tuesday, a television interview given by Rubiales began broadcasting on a British cable news channel. The full interview …

Spain clinches maiden FIFA Women’s World Cup 2023 trophy, beats England 1-0
1 year, 4 months ago

Spain clinches maiden FIFA Women’s World Cup 2023 trophy, beats England 1-0

Live Mint  

Spain on 20 August won its first Women's World Cup championship after defeating England 1-0. For Spain, captain Olga Carmona scored the only goal in the 29th minute from the left wing that beat England goalkeeper Mary Earps. "It was a really tough game, we knew it would be tricky, England have a great team, but I think it was …

FIFA World Cup 2023 Final: Spain overcome England challenge to claim maiden World Cup title
1 year, 4 months ago

FIFA World Cup 2023 Final: Spain overcome England challenge to claim maiden World Cup title

India TV News  

England suffered heartbreak as Spain's women's team won the FIFA World Cup 2023 trophy in Sydney on Sunday, August 20. Star defender Olga Carmona scored the only goal of the game in the first half to guide Spain to their maiden FIFA World Cup trophy. Spain men's team won their maiden World Cup trophy in 2010 and now the women's …

FIFA Women’s World Cup: Former athlete Paralluelo gives Spain X factor
1 year, 4 months ago

FIFA Women’s World Cup: Former athlete Paralluelo gives Spain X factor

The Hindu  

Teenager Salma Paralluelo gave another reminder of her precious talent by coming off the bench Tuesday for the second game running to play a pivotal role for Spain at the Women’s World Cup. Olga Carmona scored a cracker in the 89th minute in Auckland to give Spain a 2-1 victory over Sweden and send into its first World Cup final. …

Spain beats Sweden 2-1 with last-minute goal and advances to its first Women’s World Cup final
1 year, 4 months ago

Spain beats Sweden 2-1 with last-minute goal and advances to its first Women’s World Cup final

Associated Press  

AUCKLAND, New Zealand — Spain will play for its first Women’s World Cup championship after Olga Carmona’s goal in the 89th minute lifted La Roja to a 2-1 victory over Sweden in the Tuesday semifinal. “We’re in the final, that’s what we wanted.” He again thanked the federation and its leadership for the support that has Spain one win away …

Spain put issues aside in quest for Women’s World Cup glory
1 year, 4 months ago

Spain put issues aside in quest for Women’s World Cup glory

Al Jazeera  

La Roja are a win away from a first final, less than a year after 15 players staged a revolt against coach Jorge Vilda. An ugly player revolt in the build-up to the Women’s World Cup had threatened to derail Spain’s campaign, but La Roja have enjoyed a deep run at the tournament despite major upheaval in their set-up. “They …

Cavs and Spain guard Ricky Rubio taking break from basketball citing mental health
1 year, 4 months ago

Cavs and Spain guard Ricky Rubio taking break from basketball citing mental health

The Hindu  

Ricky Rubio of the Cleveland Cavaliers announced Saturday that he is taking a break from basketball to focus on his mental health, a move that comes as his Spanish national team prepares to defend its title at the FIBA World Cup that starts later this month. The veteran point guard was also expected to be part of Spain’s team that …

Spain orchestrates brilliant Women’s World Cup turnaround
1 year, 4 months ago

Spain orchestrates brilliant Women’s World Cup turnaround

The Hindu  

Five days after Spain’s shock loss to Japan, a bold squad reshuffle by coach Jorge Vilda paid off for the Spanish team on Saturday as it thrashed Switzerland 5-1 in its last-16 FIFA Women’s World Cup clash. Read: Bonmati scores brilliant brace to lead Spain into quarterfinals “Today, we showed that Spain is a team of 23 players,” Vilda said. …

Spain hold nerve in shootout to deny Croatia in Nations League final
1 year, 6 months ago

Spain hold nerve in shootout to deny Croatia in Nations League final

Hindustan Times  

Serial winner Dani Carvajal converted the decisive spotkick to hand Spain a first title in more than a decade as they edged Croatia 5-4 in a penalty shootout to win the Nations League in Rotterdam on Sunday. Spain's Jesus Navas lifts the trophy with teammates after winning the UEFA Nations League final The 31-year-old, who has won five Champions League …

UEFA Nations League: Spain beat Croatia on penalties to end their trophy drought
1 year, 6 months ago

UEFA Nations League: Spain beat Croatia on penalties to end their trophy drought

India TV News  

Spain beat Croatia 5-4 on penalties to record their first-ever UEFA Nations League title at De Kuip in Rotterdam on Sunday, June 18. The former World Cup winners also ended their 11-year trophy drought to deny Croatia their first-ever international title. Tottenham Hotspur winger Ivan Perisic almost put Croatia front as he missed his header in the 40th minute. After …

Spain Snatch Nations League Glory with Shoot-Out Win Against Croatia
1 year, 6 months ago

Spain Snatch Nations League Glory with Shoot-Out Win Against Croatia

News 18  

Dani Carvajal chipped home a Panenka penalty to win Spain the Nations League on Sunday, with a 5-4 shoot-out victory over Croatia, after a tense match finished 0-0 following extra-time. Spain goalkeeper Unai Simon denied Lovro Mayer and Bruno Petkovic from the spot, before Carvajal cheekily chipped home to earn La Roja their first trophy since Euro 2012 and break …

Spain beats Croatia in penalties to clinch UEFA Nations League title
1 year, 6 months ago

Spain beats Croatia in penalties to clinch UEFA Nations League title

The Hindu  

Dani Carvajal scored a Panenka penalty to win Spain the Nations League on Sunday, with a 5-4 shoot-out victory over Croatia, after a tense match finished 0-0 following extra-time. Spain goalkeeper Unai Simon denied Lovro Mayer and Bruno Petkovic from the spot, before Carvajal cheekily chipped home to earn La Roja their first trophy since Euro 2012 and break Croatian …

Substitute Joselu scores late winner as Spain beats Italy 2-1, advances to Nations League final
1 year, 6 months ago

Substitute Joselu scores late winner as Spain beats Italy 2-1, advances to Nations League final

The Hindu  

Another weekend, another European final for Rodri. The midfielder whose goal in Istanbul secured Manchester City’s first Champions League title on Saturday played another key role as Spain beat European champion Italy 2-1 on Thursday to advance to the Nations League final against Luka Modric’s Croatia on Sunday. “It’s been a huge effort — with the World Cup and winning …

Joselu’s late winner against Italy sends Spain into Nations League final
1 year, 6 months ago

Joselu’s late winner against Italy sends Spain into Nations League final

The Hindu  

Substitute Joselu scored a fortunate winner three minutes from the end as Spain booked their place in a second successive Nations League final with a deserved 2-1 victory over Italy on Thursday. Spain capitalised on a defensive lapse to take the lead inside three minutes as Yeremy Pino produced a cool finish, but when debutant Robin Le Normand handled the …

Spain Edges Out Italy to Secure Place in Nations League Final Showdown
1 year, 6 months ago

Spain Edges Out Italy to Secure Place in Nations League Final Showdown

News 18  

Spain’s Joselu pounced with two minutes remaining to snatch a 2-1 win over Italy on Thursday and set up a Nations League final clash against Croatia. “I am very happy for everyone, the group and the coach deserve it,” Jesus Navas, who became Spain’s oldest ever player at 37, told Spanish broadcaster TVE. “It’s a beautiful and hard-fought triumph, this …

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