UEFA Euro 2024 Final: All you need to know ahead of Spain vs England clash
The UEFA Euro 2024 final is set. Spain will take on England as they battle it out to lift the trophy at the end of the final whistle. While both sides couldn’t have had more contrasting journeys to the Euro 2024 final, all that matters now on the pitch at the Olympiastadion in Berlin on Sunday, July 14.
Spain have won three Euros in the past – 1964, 2008 and 2012. England, meanwhile, are looking for their maiden Euros trophy. They came close last time out but lost against Italy on penalties at Wembley in the final in 2021.
Spain and England’s journey to Euro 2024 final
Not only were both teams were on different sides of the draw, but they were also on different ends of the spectrum during the tournament as well.
Spain have been excellent to watch, attacking throughout 90 minutes while maintaining proper control of the games. England, meanwhile, have been lucky in a lot of games and have failed to impress until their semi-final clash.
Spain have been perfect in Germany so far. They hammered Croatia 3-0 before beating Italy and Albania 1-0 to top Group B. They then comfortably got past Georgia, beating them 4-1 before facing hosts Germany.
While Die Mannschaft battled hard, La Roja landed the final blow in the 119th minute to win it 2-1 and reach the semi-finals. Here, Spain saw off France with ease, winning 2-1 despite an early goal from Randal Kolo Muani.
England, meanwhile, started their Euro 2024 campaign with a 1-0 win over Serbia before drawing against Denmark (1-1) and Slovenia (0-0). They got past Slovakia after extra time in the Round of 16 before escaping against Switzerland on penalties in the quarter-finals.
The Three Lions then beat the Netherlands 2-1 via an 89th-minute winner from Ollie Watkins in the semi-finals. They have reached their second Euros final in a row and will hope to go all the way this time.
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Spain UEFA Euro 2024 Squad
Coach: Luis de la Fuente
Goalkeepers: Unai Simon, Alex Remiro, David Raya
Defenders: Dani Carvajal, Nacho, Robin Le Normand, Jesus Navas, Daniel Vivian, Alejandro Grimaldo, Aymeric Laporte, Marc Cucurella
Midfielders: Mikel Merino, Fabian Ruiz, Rodri, Alex Baena, Dani Olmo, Martin Zubimendi, Pedri, Mikel Oyazabal
Attackers: Nico Williams, Lamine Yamal, Alvaro Morata, Joselu, Ferran Torres, Ayoze Perez
England UEFA Euro 2024 Squad
Coach: Gareth Southgate
Goalkeepers: Jordan Pickford, Dean Henderson, Aaron Ramsdale
Defenders: Marc Guehi, John Stones, Luke Shaw, Kyle Walker, Kieran Trippier, Ezri Konsa, Joe Gomez, Lewis Dunk
Midfielders: Trent Alexander-Arnold, Jude Bellingham, Conor Gallagher, Kobbie Mainoo, Phil Foden, Declan Rice, Adam Wharton, Cole Palmer
Attackers: Harry Kane, Bukayo Saka, Anthony Gordon, Ollie Watkins, Ivan Toney, Jarrod Bowen, Eberechi Eze
Injury Concerns
Spain’s Pedri is going to miss the final due to an injury after being subbed off after 8 minutes in their quarter-final clash against Germany. There are also doubts about Alvaro Morata’s fitness after he was seen hobbling after being accidentally tackled by a security professional after La Roja’s win over France.
All other players for both teams will be available.
Predicted Lineups:
Spain
Unai Simon; Dani Carvajal, Nacho, Aymeric Laporte, Marc Cucurella; Rodri, Fabian Ruiz, Dani Olmo; Nico Williams, Alvaro Morata (C), Lamine Yamal
England
Jordan Pickford; Kyle Walker, John Stones, Marc Guehi; Declan Rice, Kobbie Mainoo, Phil Foden, Bukayo Saka, Kieran Trippier; Harry Kane, Jude Bellingham
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Spain vs England Head-to-Head
The two sides have faced off 27 times in the past in different competitions, with England winning 13 times. Spain have won 10 times while the other four clashes have ended in draws. The Three Lions have scored 45 goals in that time while La Roja have scored 32.
Their previous meeting was in the UEFA Nations League group stages in 2018, where Spain lost 3-2 in Sevilla while England lost 2-1 at Wembley.
Spain vs England Euro 2024 final broadcast
Where to watch Spain vs England Euro 2024 final in India?
In India, the Euro 2024 final will be broadcast on the Sony Ten network and the Sony Liv website/application.
Where to watch Spain vs England Euro 2024 final in England?
In UK, you can watch the final on BBC and ITV Sport.
Where to watch Spain vs England Euro 2024 final in the US?
In the US, Fox Sports will broadcast the final.
Where to watch Spain vs England Euro 2024 final in Spain?
In Spain, you can watch the final on TVE Spain.
UEFA Euro 2024 Final Prediction
It looks set to be a gritting battle between the two sides in the final. While Spain have been the entertainers at Euro 2024, England have been more pragmatic. The midfield is arguably where it will be won or lost, with both sides boasting incredible players.
While England have tried to be solid, they have made a few errors. They have also had a much easier run to the final and have still looked shaky despite recent improvement. Spain, meanwhile, have demolished every opponent they have faced in the tournament.
Given the quality of the players, the play style, and their form, Spain should be able to lift their fourth Euros trophy in Berlin on Sunday.
Score Prediction: Spain 3-1 England
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