 "Spain take on England in the Euro 2024 final in Berlin. AP")
After four weeks of Euro 2024, the 24 teams have been reduced to two and the activity from around Germany has been reduced to Berlin as Spain take on England in the title clash.
What Spain bring to the table
Spain have emerged as the standout team in the tournament, dazzling fans with their dynamic attacking style of play.
Combining the wisdom of seasoned players like Rodri and Alvaro Morata with the flair and potential of young talents such as Lamine Yamal and Nico Williams, Spain have outshone formidable opponents like current defending champions Italy, hosts Germany, and perennial threats France.
Spain’s Route to the final
Group B
3-0 vs Croatia (Morata 29, Fabián Ruiz 32, Carvajal 45+2)
1-0 vs Italy (Calafiori og 55)
1-0 vs Albania (Ferran Torres 13)
Round of 16
4-1 vs Georgia (Rodri 39, Fabián Ruiz 51, Williams 75, Olmo 83; Le Normand og 18)
Quarter-finals
2-1 vs Germany aet (Olmo 51, Merino 119; Wirtz 89)
Semi-finals
2-1 vs France (Yamal 21, Olmo 25; Kolo Muani 9)
What England bring to the table
England stand as a formidable obstacle in Spain’s path, having progressively excelled in the tournament following a sluggish beginning.
The thrilling moment of Ollie Watkins’ winning goal as a substitute in the semi-final against the Netherlands underscores the depth of talent under Gareth Southgate’s command, suggesting a synchronisation of abilities at a crucial juncture.
“We know that we have to do this one, we have to get this trophy to really feel the respect of the rest of the football world,” Southgate told reporters on Saturday as he reflected on the number of near misses his team has had in recent years.
England were semi-finalists at the 2018 World Cup before losing the Euro 2020 final and going out of the 2022 World Cup in the quarter-finals to France.
Despite the heartbreak of their defeat at Euro 2020 on home turf, the Three Lions appear mentally fortified for the upcoming challenge in Berlin.
Moreover, their recent 3-2 victory over Spain in the Nations League indicates a lack of intimidation in their encounters.
England’s route to the final:
Group C
1-0 vs Serbia (Bellingham 13)
1-1 vs Denmark (Kane 18; Hjulmand 34)
0-0 vs Slovenia
Round of 16
2-1 aet vs Slovakia (Bellingham 90+5, Kane 91; Schranz 25)
Quarter-finals
1-1 aet 5-3p vs Switzerland (Saka 80; Embolo 75)
Semi-finals
2-1 Netherlands (Kane 18p, Watkins 90+1; Simons 7)
Possible playing XI:
Spain: Unai Simon; Dani Carvajal, Robin Le Normand, Aymeric Laporte, Marc Cucurella; Fabian Ruiz, Rodri, Dani Olmo; Lamine Yamal, Alvaro Morata, Nico Williams
England: Jordan Pickford; Kyle Walker, John Stones, Marc Guehi; Bukayo Saka, Kobbie Mainoo, Declan Rice, Luke Shaw; Jude Bellingham, Phil Foden; Harry Kane
European Championship records
Spain are hoping to become the first team to lift the European Championship trophy for a fourth occasion, after 1964, 2008 and 2012. They are currently level with Germany (1972, 1980 and 1996) on three titles apiece.
England, meanwhile, have not won a major title since lifting the 1966 FIFA World Cup. Should Gareth Southgate’s men triumph, it will be their first European Championship - three years after reaching the final and losing to Italy on penalties.
Spain vs England head-to-head
Spain and England have faced off 28 times in history with England winning 14, Spain 10 and four ending in draws.
It is only their third meeting at the UEFA European Championship, with England winning 2-1 in the 1980 group stage. Then at the 1996 Euros, England progressed 4-2 on penalties after a 0-0 draw in the quarter-final.
Spain have lost four of their last 14 meetings with England in all competitions (W7 D3), having lost seven in a row before this.
When is Euro 2024 final between Spain and England?
Spain vs England in Euro 2024 is on Sunday (July 14).
What time is the Euro 2024 final between Spain and England?
Spain vs England in Euro 2024 is at 9pm CET or 12:30am IST on Monday (July 15).
Where is the Euro 2024 final?
The Euro 2024 final is at the Olympiastadion in Berlin.
How to watch Euro 2024 final, Spain vs England, on TV?
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