In the quarterfinals of Euro 2024, the German-Spanish showdown was in the spotlight. It was a fierce contest that resulted in 16 yellow and one red cards, including a controversial handball decision.
In the first half of the game, Germany and Spain failed to make a breakthrough in their attacks, and the score was never rewritten.
At the start of the second half, Spain's rookie Yamal showed excellent breakthrough ability, and after cutting quickly into the box, he successfully assisted Olmo to break the deadlock and give Spain a 1-0 lead. The goal not only boosted the morale of the Spanish team, but also put the German team under defensive pressure.
The Germans made a change in the upcoming game and decided to field high striker Phil Kruger in the hope of turning the tide by stepping up their high-altitude attack. However, Phil Kruger's performance did not go as they had hoped. At a crucial moment, his sweeping shot from inside the box almost sent the ball into the back of the net, but unfortunately the ball hit the post and missed a good chance to equalise.
Later in the game, Germany's Kai Havertz tried to equalise with a long-range shot on goal, but his attempts were unsuccessful. These key moments not only took the fans away, but also became one of the focal points of discussion later.
On the Internet, there are all kinds of comments about Phil Kruger's performance. Some fans believe that if Phil Kruger's sweep had been slightly deflected by a few degrees, the outcome of the game could have been very different; Others criticized him for his lack of composure and concentration in key moments. Some netizens ridiculed: "It seems that Phil Krueger is the kind of person who can only sneak attack, and once he faces a direct collision, he looks a little weak." This humorous comment became a trending topic on social media for a while.
The game went into stoppage time when Germany were assisted by Kimmich's header and Wirtz volleyed in to level the score at 1-1 and extend their hopes of victory to extra-time.
At a crucial moment in extra time, a controversial event caused a stir in a fierce showdown between Spain and Germany. In the Spanish attack, player Marc Cucurella made a clear handball action in the box, but referee Anthony Taylor did not make a decision to award a penalty. The referee's decision immediately sparked an outcry from the German players and coaching staff, who felt that the failure to give the penalty had a direct impact on the direction of the game.
The tension on the pitch was also transmitted to the fans outside the stadium. Many spectators expressed dissatisfaction with the referee's decision, believing it to be an unfair treatment of the German team. Some German fans took to social media to make angry remarks, bluntly saying that such refereeing mistakes robbed them of their chance to reach the semi-finals. One fan wrote: "Cucurella's obvious handball was a pass to Spain to eliminate Germany. This strong expression of emotion reflects the anger and disappointment that comes with the referee's decision.
At the same time, another incident has also become the focus of discussion among fans. Phil Kruger was awarded an offside penalty for an offside attack, a decision that also sparked displeasure among the fans. In the video replay, some viewers felt that the referee's decision was too strict and failed to give Phil Kruger the legitimacy of the offense. One fan wrote in the comments: "Phil Krueger was obviously attacking within reason, and the referee was so unfair to do so. ”
These two controversial events made the end of the game even more dramatic. In the end, Spain eliminated Germany 2-1 in the 119th minute through Olmo's precise cross and Merino's header to advance to the semi-finals. The goal not only delighted the Spanish players and coaches, but also earned them cheers and congratulations from the crowd.
In the other quarter-finals, Cristiano Ronaldo's Portugal faced Mbappe's France. The first half was a goalless affair for both sides, and after the start of the second half, both sides launched aggressive attacks. Portugal missed a great chance at a crucial moment in the game, which led to a penalty shoot-out.
In the penalty shoot-out, Cristiano Ronaldo was sure to take the penalty, but Felix's mistake allowed Portugal to be eliminated by France, who managed to advance to the semi-finals.
In the recent European Championship match, the matchup between Spain and Germany has become a hot topic among netizens. They didn't just focus on the performance of the players, they also had an in-depth discussion about the pace and intensity of the game.
Netizen Xiao Ming commented excitedly: "This game is really exciting! The rhythm of Spain and Germany is simply too exciting, not at all like those previous games, not boring at all! He added: "The German defense is so solid that I can see that my heart is beating and I am afraid that Spain will not be able to break their iron bucket formation." ”
Another netizen Xiaohong paid attention to the tactical layout of the game: "Germany's midfield control ability is too strong, completely suppressing Spain's attack, such intensity and rhythm, it is a top-level duel!" She also jokingly said: "It seems that the Spanish players have to hurry up and learn from the German game, otherwise they will have to go home and farm." ”
Some netizens put forward different opinions on the outcome of the game. Xiao Gang said: "Although Germany now have the advantage of possession, Spain's quick counter-attack should not be underestimated. I think it's hard to say who will win this game, maybe it will depend on the second half. ”
In the online discussions, there was also some buzz about the performance of the players. Xiaohua said: "Seeing Muller's pass, it's a god-level operation!" His eyes must have grown under his feet. Her friend Xiao Li also agreed: "That's right! Muller's technique is really top-notch and hopefully he can continue to play well. ”
In general, this big battle between Spain and Germany not only showed the strength of the two teams, but also aroused heated discussions and expectations among netizens. They had a variety of perspectives on the match, but they were all full of anticipation and appreciation for the fast-paced, high-intensity matchup.
This European Cup quarter-finals knockout match not only showed the top skills and fighting spirit of the players, but also brought a visual feast to fans around the world. Each match is full of suspense and drama, making people look forward to the exciting continuation of the next semi-finals.
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