{"id":21481,"date":"2024-07-15T12:53:00","date_gmt":"2024-07-15T12:53:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/sotnews.agency\/?p=21481"},"modified":"2024-07-15T18:54:36","modified_gmt":"2024-07-15T18:54:36","slug":"spain-win-record-fourth-euro-title-as-englands-wait-continues","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/sotnews.agency\/?p=21481","title":{"rendered":"Spain win record fourth Euro title as England\u2019s wait continues"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Spain claimed a historic fourth European Championship title on Sunday, defeating England 2-1 in the Euro 2024 final.<\/strong><\/p>\n

This victory cements Spain\u2019s status as the record holders for the most titles in the tournament\u2019s history, while England\u2019s quest for their first major trophy since 1966 goes on.<\/p>\n

Spain are the first country to win the men\u2019s European Championships four times. <\/p>\n

1964
2008
2012
2024<\/p>\n

La Roja make history in Germany. #EURO2024<\/a> pic.twitter.com\/40lLxMWNI1<\/a><\/p>\n

\u2014 Squawka (@Squawka) July 14, 2024<\/a><\/p>\n\n

Spain had been dominant throughout the tournament, winning all their matches leading up to the final. Their momentum continued against England, who were desperate to end their long trophy drought.<\/p>\n

The match saw an intense first half, with both teams creating chances but unable to find the back of the net.<\/p>\n

However, Spain wasted no time in the second half, breaking the deadlock just 69 seconds after the restart. The goal came from a beautifully orchestrated move involving Lamine Yamal, which saw the ball fall to Nico Williams inside the box. Williams made no mistake, steering it beyond Jordan Pickford to give Spain a 1-0 lead in the 47th minute.<\/p>\n

Nico Williams. A Ghana boy hoisting the #euro2024<\/a> trophy#3SportsGH<\/a> pic.twitter.com\/vMOUdmqLzI<\/a><\/p>\n

\u2014 #3Sports (@3SportsGh) July 14, 2024<\/a><\/p>\n\n

England fought back valiantly and found their equalizer in the 73rd minute. Substitute Cole Palmer unleashed a great shot from about 22 yards out, beating Unai Simon with a low and hard finish. The goal sent the England fans into raptures and Gareth Southgate punched the air in celebration.<\/p>\n

As the game seemed to be heading towards extra time, Spain struck again. In the 86th minute, Mikel Oyarzabal stretched to meet Marc Cucurella\u2019s low cross into the box and steered it past Jordan Pickford. The goal was initially checked for offside but was confirmed, leaving England with only four minutes plus stoppage time to find another equaliser.<\/p>\n

Despite a valiant effort from the Three Lions, they were unable to break through Spain\u2019s defense in the dying moments of the match.<\/p>\n

We need to enjoy the dream against England – Cucurella<\/a><\/p>\n

Spain\u2019s triumph marks a significant achievement for the entire team and especially for youngster Lamine Yamal, who was instrumental in their success.<\/p>\n

Spain end England dream again<\/strong><\/h3>\n

For England, it was another heartbreaking end to a promising campaign, similar to their loss to Italy in the 2020 final.<\/p>\n

As the final whistle blew, the Spanish players and fans erupted in celebration, while Gareth Southgate and his men were left to reflect on what might have been.<\/p>\n

The post Spain win record fourth Euro title as England\u2019s wait continues<\/a> first appeared on 3News<\/a>.<\/p>

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