A Historic Victory for La Roja, Football isn’t coming home; it has found a better home in Spain. On Sunday, Spain was crowned champions of Europe after a fully deserved 2-1 victory over England in Berlin. This win marks a record-breaking fourth continental title for La Roja.
Nico Williams Shines
Nico Williams was the star of the show for Spain. The talented winger opened the scoring with a brilliantly taken goal, showcasing his skill and composure under pressure. Williams’ performance set the tone for Spain, who dominated much of the game.
England’s Brief Comeback
Despite Spain’s dominance, England managed to draw level against the run of play. Cole Palmer scored the equalizer, giving England hope of pulling off another unlikely victory. However, Spain quickly regained control of the match, determined to claim the trophy they had set their sights on.
Oyarzabal Seals the Win
Mikel Oyarzabal was the hero for Spain, scoring the decisive goal in the 86th minute. With England threatening, Oyarzabal’s strike ensured that the best team at Euro 2024 would be taking home the trophy. His goal was a fitting end to a tournament where Spain consistently showcased their superiority.
Player Ratings
Below, GOAL rates all of the Spanish players on show as La Roja claimed their record-breaking fourth continental title:
1. Unai Simón (GK): Solid performance, made crucial saves when needed. 8/10
2. Dani Carvajal (RB): Reliable in defense and contributed to attacks. 7.5/10
3. Aymeric Laporte (CB): Commanding presence at the back. 8/10
4. Pau Torres (CB): Partnered well with Laporte, strong defensively. 7.5/10
5. Jordi Alba (LB): Experience showed, excellent both defensively and offensively. 8/10
6. Rodri (CDM): Controlled the midfield, breaking up England’s play. 8/10
7. Koke (CM): Box-to-box presence, linked play effectively. 7.5/10
8. Pedri (CM): Creative and dynamic, key to Spain’s attacking moves. 8.5/10
9. Nico Williams (RW): Man of the match, brilliant goal and constant threat. 9/10
10. Mikel Oyarzabal (LW): Match-winner with a crucial goal, industrious throughout. 8.5/10
11. Alvaro Morata (ST): Held up play well, involved in build-up. 7/10
Spain’s Dominance Reaffirmed
Spain’s victory at Euro 2024 reaffirms their dominance in European football. With a blend of experienced players and rising stars, La Roja demonstrated their quality and resilience throughout the tournament. The win in Berlin not only adds another trophy to their cabinet but also sets the stage for future successes. As football finds a new home in Spain, the rest of Europe can only watch in admiration and anticipation.