EURO 2024 Roundup, Matchday 21
Here is a summary of the match that took place on Matchday 21 of EURO 2024, highlighting the outcomes and standout player displays.
Netherlands 1-2 England
England secured a thrilling 2-1 victory over the Netherlands in the Euro 2024 semi-final, with Ollie Watkins scoring a crucial stoppage-time goal. This win sets up a final match against Spain in Berlin, giving England the opportunity to overcome their past final disappointments. Despite falling behind to a stunning goal by Xavi Simons, England fought back with Harry Kane scoring a penalty to level the score. Kane’s goal not only helped his team but also set a new record for the most knockout goals in Euros history, boosting England’s confidence for the upcoming final.
Phil Foden was in the thick of the action as he received a pass from Kobbie Mainoo and tried to score against the Netherlands, only to be denied by Dumfries clearing the ball off the line. Dumfries then went on the attack and hit the crossbar, while Foden’s subsequent shot hit the woodwork. The Netherlands faced more challenges when Memphis Depay got injured and Ronald Koeman made tactical changes to stifle England’s midfield dominance. Despite England being under pressure for a period, they managed to score through Bukayo Saka, although the goal was disallowed due to an offside call. In the end, England made successful substitutions and secured a victory.
Watkins got the ball from Cole Palmer and had a lot to do, but he managed to evade Stefan de Vrij and score in the bottom corner to secure his team’s advancement. England, under Southgate, displayed a transformed performance compared to earlier in the tournament and rightfully earned a spot in the final on Sunday.
