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The European Cup is back in flames: a symphony of the collision of giants and the counterattack of dark horses
At the end of this summer, on the green field of the European Cup, passion and dreams are intertwined into a moving picture.
As the knockout rounds progressed, each game was like a well-choreographed piece of music, with climaxes and gripping.
Let's get to the heart of this football feast and feel the blood-pumping moments and the untold stories behind them.
Dark Horse Rising: Turkey, Miracle Returns
Under the cover of night in Vienna, the Turkish team announced their strong return with a hearty victory.
In the face of Austria, which is strong, the Turks wrote their own legend with a textbook counterattack.
In the 57th second of the game, Demiral's burst shot pierced the night sky like lightning, which not only shocked the audience, but also set a record for the fastest goal in the history of the European Championship knockout round.
At that moment, time seemed to freeze, and then a deafening cheer erupted, the highest praise for Turkey's indomitable spirit.
"We did it!" After the match, Demiral couldn't hide his excitement in an interview, "From the first second, we knew what this game meant.
Every pass, every run, is for the moment. ”
And his second header sealed the victory, and the Turkish team beat Austria 2-1 to advance to the quarterfinals of the European Championship for the first time in 16 years, and their journey has just begun.
Prelude to the showdown of the giants: Spain vs. Germany, Portugal vs. France
When people's eyes turn from Vienna to the upcoming quarterfinals, the peak showdown between the giants has quietly begun.
Spain and Germany, two traditional powerhouses of European football, will meet in the quarter-finals.
This is not only a contest of technology and tactics, but also a profound collision of the football cultures of the two countries.
Spain's delicate passing, and Germany's iron will, who will laugh has become a question in everyone's minds.
On the other side of the battlefield, Portugal's showdown with France was equally eye-catching.
Cristiano Ronaldo's Portugal team is eager to consolidate its dynastic status with a new European Championship title; And the French team, as the champions of the last World Cup, is full of confidence and domineering every step of their way.
The direct dialogue between Mbappe and Cristiano Ronaldo will undoubtedly be the biggest attraction of this game, and every touch of the ball by the two superstars may determine the direction of the game.
The road to revival in the Netherlands: an orange storm sweeps across Europe
If Turkey's rise was a big surprise at the tournament, the return of the Netherlands is more like a reunion of old friends after a long absence, with a familiar smile and extraordinary strength.
In the group stage, the Dutch team went through twists and turns, but finally advanced as the third place in the group.
Against Romania, they showed dominance at a championship level.
Gakpo, the young striker, became the sharpest blade of the Dutch team.
His opener was like the trigger for an orange storm, sending the Dutch attack in a flood.
Although a subsequent goal was disallowed for offside, Gakpo was undeterred and showed what true team spirit is with his actions.
Subsequently, he assisted Malen to expand the score, and in stoppage time, Malen completed a double ring to freeze the score at 3-0.
The Dutch team announced their strong comeback with a hearty victory, and they once again stood on the stage of the quarter-finals of the European Championship after 16 years.
Echoes of history: Dutch-Romanian feuds
Looking back at history, Dutch-Romanian encounters have not been common, but every encounter is full of stories.
In Euro 2008, the Netherlands defeated Romania 2-0, a match that not only witnessed the glory of Dutch football, but also planted an indissoluble bond between the two teams.
Now, after many years, the two teams meet again on the stage of the European Championships, only this time the balance of victory is tilted in favor of the Netherlands.
For Romania, they have not been able to continue the glory of 24 years ago, but their performance at this European Championship is no less worthy of respect.
In the face of strong opponents, they have never given up resistance, and have interpreted the true meaning of football with practical actions - not about winning or losing, but about the never-say-die spirit.
Looking ahead to the quarterfinals: the collision of passion and dreams
As the dust settles on the quarter-finals, every next match will be a test of the players' will and skill.
The contest between Spain and Germany will be a direct dialogue between the two tactical concepts of pass-and-control football and efficient counter-attack; The matchup between Portugal and France is a fierce collision of individual heroism and team football.
The lower half of the region, Switzerland and England, the Netherlands and Turkey, are also full of unknowns and uncertainties.
On this green field, every player is the protagonist, and every game is a legend.
They use their sweat and tears to weave their own football dreams.
On the stage of the European Cup, there is no shortage of miracles and touches, let's look forward to every next game and witness those unforgettable moments!
On this green field full of passion and dreams, every goal shines with the light of dreams, and every run embodies unremitting efforts.
The European Cup is not only an event, it is also a spirit, a never-say-die and courageous force.
Let's go hand in hand and witness every wonderful moment of this football feast!