UEFA Euro 2024 Quarterfinal, Spain vs Germany Highlights: Spain defeated hosts Germany 2-1 after extra time in a dramatic Euro 2024 quarter-final on Friday to set up a last-four clash against either France or Portugal. Substitute Florian Wirtz fired in an 89th-minute equaliser to rescue Germany after Dani Olmo's second-half strike, but Spain substitute Mikel Merino headed into the top corner in the 119th minute to break the home nation's hearts. (MATCH CENTER)
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- 00:16 (IST)Spain vs Germany LIVE: Match summarySpain defeated hosts Germany 2-1 after extra time in a dramatic Euro 2024 quarter-final on Friday to set up a last-four clash against either France or Portugal. Substitute Florian Wirtz fired in an 89th-minute equaliser to rescue Germany after Dani Olmo's second-half strike, but Spain substitute Mikel Merino headed into the top corner in the 119th minute to break the home nation's hearts.
- 00:14 (IST)Spain vs Germany LIVE: Spain are through!Spain continue their unbeaten run while Germany are out of the Euro 2024. Fullkrug had a final chance to score but it was Mikel Merino who emerged as the hero. What a game and what a goal to seal the fate of the hosts.
- 00:02 (IST)Spain vs Germany LIVE: Merino scoresSpain have taken the lead and Mikel Moreno has done it! 1 minute to go in the extra time but it looks like Spain have clinched the win.
- 23:58 (IST)Spain vs Germany LIVE: 5 minutes to penalties5 minutes left in extra time and it looks like this game is headed to the penalties. Unai Simon vs Manuel Neuer - the battle for the ages!
- 23:52 (IST)Spain vs Germany LIVE: Yet another yellow card12th yellow card of the match and this time, it is Rodri. 10 minutes to go and this match is truly going down to the wire.
- 23:49 (IST)Spain vs Germany LIVE: Penalty shoutThis match has absolutely everything! A shot from Musiala caught Cucurella on the team inside the box but the penalty shouts went in vain as the referee decided that the hand was quite close to his body.
- 23:42 (IST)Spain vs Germany LIVE: Golden opportunityMikel Oyarzabal! What a chance for him to make history! His shot curved but not enough as the ball went wide of the goal. This match keep producing terrific moments!
- 23:40 (IST)Spain vs Germany LIVE: Germany not far behindMusiala and Andrich combined to create a very good attack and looks like both sides want to finish the match in the extra time. Not looking to take this game to penalty shootout as both teams are hungry for the next goal.
- 23:36 (IST)Spain vs Germany LIVE: Spain on topSpain have been more aggressive in the extra time till now with even the defenders venturing forward. However, Germany have been resilient in defense and it looks like they are looking to hit Spain on the counter attack.
- 23:29 (IST)Spain vs Germany LIVE: Extra timeThe matches goes to extra time and nothing to separate the tow teams at the moment. Spain looked all set to book their spot in the semifinals but Germany have fought back valiantly and they have the momentum at the moment.
- 23:21 (IST)Spain vs Germany LIVE: Writz equalises!Florian Writz has produced a moment of pure magic and Germany are back in this game! Kimmich headed it down and Writz placed it perfectly into the goal. 1-1 and game on once again!
- 23:16 (IST)Spain vs Germany LIVE: Another Havertz chanceKai Havertz should really have scored for Germany considering the number of chances he received. Another header straight to Unai Simon and this is almost the end of the line for the hosts.
- 23:12 (IST)Spain vs Germany LIVE: Havertz misses it!Unai Simon was caught in no man's land but Kai Havertz misses out. A chip over the goalkeeper's head but it was agonisingly wide. No luck for Germany and they are so close to elimination now.
- 23:09 (IST)Spain vs Germany LIVE: Germany opt for a legendThomas Mueller is here and this is the last throw of the dice for Germany. The Space Investigator has won many matches for his team in the past and his side will be looking for one more magical play.
- 23:08 (IST)Spain vs Germany LIVE: So close for Germany!Fullkrug has hit the post and Germany come so close to equalising. A cut back found the big striker but he was off balance and his shot crashed into the post and bounced away. So close yet so far!
- 23:05 (IST)Spain vs Germany LIVE: Young power of SpainSpain have relied heavily on their young superstars and they have delivered! Yamal has been an absolute revelation till now while Olmo found the magic to hand them the lead. 15 minutes to go and Spain are in control.
- 22:59 (IST)Spain vs Germany LIVE: What a save!What a save by Unai Simon! Andrich had a lot of space to unleash a powerful shot but Simon was aware of it and pulled off a perfect dive to complete a solid save. This is brilliant football from Spain and time is running out for Germany.
- 22:53 (IST)Spain vs Germany LIVE: Germany trying hardThe introduction of Fullkrug has completely changed how Germany attack and now, they are relying more on aerial balls. While they did get a couple of headers on target, nothing dangerous as of now and they continue to look for that goal.
- 22:47 (IST)Spain vs Germany LIVE: Couple of changes for Germany once againGermany are not down and out as they attack with all their might against Spain after conceding the goal. Couple of changes by Nagelsmann with Fulkrug being the big one as they now have a big centre forward who can be the focal point of the attacks.
- 22:43 (IST)Spain vs Germany LIVE: Olmo scores!Dani Olmo scores and Spain have taken the lead. Swift attack from Spain and once again, Yamal played a big role. Perfect pass from the youngster and Olmo made no mistake. Neuer had no chance and Spain have taken the advantage.
- 22:40 (IST)Spain vs Germany LIVE: Fouls are not stoppingThe fouls are just not stopping as the second half has seen more than 5 fouls in the past 2-3 minutes. Carlos Puyol and Gerard Pique in attendance and they will be interested in seeing how the defenders are handling the situation.
- 22:34 (IST)Spain vs Germany LIVE: Germany's new tacticWritz on for Sane and Andrich on for Emre Can - Couple of changes for Germany as well as the second half begins. Game on!
- 22:33 (IST)Spain vs Germany LIVE: Another substitutiton for SpainSpain are going for a substitute ahead of the second half - Nacho replaces Le Normand and this is a precautionary measure as the defender was on a yellow card.
- 22:23 (IST)Spain vs Germany LIVE: End of first halfThat is the end of first half and the scoreline reads Spain 0-0 Germany. Surprising considering the fact that both teams have a lot of attacks. However, second half still left and if needed, extra time and the dreaded penalty shootout.
- 22:14 (IST)Spain vs Germany LIVE: A half of missed opportunitiesThe first half of this game was truly a story of missed opportunities. Both Germany and Spain had brilliant chances to take the lead. However, the finishing was just not there and both of them will have to look within to find a way to outwit the opposition.
- 22:08 (IST)Spain vs Germany LIVE: Massive chances go beggingKai Havertz once again had the chance to score as he chested down a brilliant pass but his shot was saved by Unai Simon. On the other end, it was Neuer who saved the shot from Nico Williams to keep this match 0-0.
- 22:03 (IST)Spain vs Germany LIVE: Yellow card for SpainRobin Le Normand becomes the first Spanish player to pick up a booking in this game. It has been quite a rough game till now with both sides not shying away from going for tackles.
- 21:59 (IST)Spain vs Germany LIVE: Another yellow cardAnother yellow card for Germany as David Raum is booked. Two defenders from Germany now have yellow cards and this is not going to be an easy game. With Spain depending on their pace a lot, the defenders are going to find it difficult to keep the attackers like Nico Williams and Dani Olmo in check.
- 21:54 (IST)Spain vs Germany LIVE: End to end footballIt has been end to end stuff in this game till now. Both teams have looked like they can score at any time but that magic has been missing. Kai Havertz received the latest chance as he jumped the highest among the players for a cross but his header was saved easily by Unai Simon.
- 21:50 (IST)Spain vs Germany LIVE: Bad news for GermanyAntonio Rudiger picks up a yellow card for a tackle on Dani Olmo and this is bad news for Germany. First, their centre back will now have to be careful and if they qualify for the semi-finals, he will not be available for the encounter.
- 21:46 (IST)Spain vs Germany LIVE: Chances after chancesChances on both sides as Germany first had an opportunity to take a shot but it was saved easily by the goalkeeper. Couple of minutes later, Yamal had a chance to score from a free-kick but his attempt was just inches wide of the target.
- 21:41 (IST)Spain vs Germany LIVE: Pedri injuredMassive blow to Spain early in the match as Pedri has picked up an injury. The foul from Kroos resulted in a bad injury for the youngster as he limps off the field. Dani Olmo is a very early substitution for Spain.
- 21:35 (IST)Spain vs Germany LIVE: Early collisionA slight injury to Cucurella followed by a foul on Pedri from Tonu Kroos. Powerful tackle but Pedri looks in a bit of bother. This is not going to be an easy game at all.
- 21:32 (IST)Spain vs Germany LIVE: We are underwayThe match has began and Spain are on the front foot. A powerful shot from Alvaro Morata but straight to Neuer. However, a show of intent from Spain and they will be happy with this positive start.
- 21:26 (IST)Spain vs Germany LIVE: Time for the national anthemsThe two teams are out in the middle and it is time for the national anthems. We are just minutes away from a huge encounter in the Euro 2024.
- 21:21 (IST)Spain vs Germany LIVE: HistoryBoth Germany and Spain have won three Euros titles, - the most by any side in the history of the competition. A massive game awaits as two heavyweights fight it out for a spot in the semifinals.
- 21:14 (IST)Spain vs Germany LIVE: ESP playing XIUnai Simon; Dani Carvajal, Robin Le Normand, Aymeric Laporte, Marc Cucurella; Rodri, Fabian Ruiz; Lamine Yamal, Pedri, Nico Williams; Alvaro Morata (capt)
- 21:09 (IST)Spain vs Germany LIVE: GER playing XIManuel Neuer; Joshua Kimmich, Antonio Ruediger, Jonathan Tah, David Raum; Emre Can, Toni Kroos; Jamal Musiala, Ilkay Gundogan (capt), Leroy Sane; Kai Havertz
- 21:03 (IST)Spain vs Germany LIVE: Olmo-st a different routeSpanish media had reported that RB Leipzig forward Dani Olmo may come in ahead of Barcelona's Pedri for the tie, but Luis De la Fuente decided to stick with his tried and tested formula.
- 20:59 (IST)Spain vs Germany LIVE: Is consistency the key?Spain coach Luis de la Fuente opted to stick with his starting XI from the 4-1 defeat of Georgia in their last 16 tie and the 1-0 win over Italy in the group stages.
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