The upcoming Euro 2024 quarterfinal between Germany and Spain is not just any ordinary clash. It represents a meeting of two footballing titans who have evolved over the years to embrace possession-based styles of play. This transformation is no mere coincidence. Looking back to the Euro 2008 final, where Germany and Spain faced off, one
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Spain striker Joselu is determined to bring an end to former Real Madrid teammate Toni Kroos’ distinguished career in the Euro 2024 quarterfinal match against Germany. Despite acknowledging Kroos’ quality as a key player for Germany, Joselu believes that focusing solely on him would be a mistake. He emphasized the need to keep a close
Jens Lehmann, a former Germany goalkeeper, recently shared his thoughts on Spain’s performance in the Euro 2024 tournament. He pointed out the perceived weaknesses of the Spanish side, emphasizing their lack of height and international experience. While acknowledging Spain’s technical skills, Lehmann highlighted what he believed to be their downfall – their youth and inexperience.
Germany’s head coach, Julian Nagelsmann, has been propelled by a stroke of luck during his tenure. This stroke of luck has carried the German team to the quarterfinals of Euro 2024. However, it is evident that mere good fortune won’t suffice to propel the host nation further in the competition. The recent round-of-16 match against
The recent Euro 2024 match between Denmark and Germany has caused quite a stir in the football world, with Denmark coach Kasper Hjulmand expressing his frustration over what he called “ridiculous handball rules.” Two controversial VAR decisions within the span of two minutes heavily influenced the outcome of the game, ultimately leading to Germany’s 2-0
The article discusses the different approaches taken by various national teams during the rest days in between the group stage and the knockout phase of Euro 2024. It highlights the contrasting methods employed by coaches such as Didier Deschamps, Gareth Southgate, Julian Nagelsmann, and Ralf Rangnick in managing their players’ downtime. While some coaches allowed
Throughout the Euro 2024 group stage, the Valencia goalkeeper has been a standout performer with his incredible saves. Against Czechia, he made 11 stops, setting a new record for the most saves in a single match in Euros history. Despite being only 23 years old and participating in his first major tournament, he has shown
Germany’s Euro 2024 campaign took an unexpected turn when Niclas Füllkrug became the hero by scoring a stoppage-time equalizer against Switzerland. The draw salvaged a point for the hosts and secured a spot in the softer side of the knockout-round bracket. While the late equalizer was a moment of relief for Germany, it raised questions
Germany’s coach, Julian Nagelsmann, understands the importance of keeping the home supporters dreaming as his team progresses through Euro 2024. After a convincing 2-0 win over Hungary, Nagelsmann expressed his focus on the next match rather than looking too far ahead to the knockout rounds. The amazing atmosphere created by the fans during the tournament
Germany entered the Euro 2024 tournament with high expectations, given their historical footballing success. However, despite a somewhat nonchalant attitude before the tournament, there were genuine nerves surrounding the team. Hosting the tournament added pressure, especially with past humiliations by France and England. The resounding win over Scotland was a positive start, but it’s important