Euro 2024: Merino sets Spain up for semis with extra time strike to eliminate Germany
Mikel Merino’s goal in extra time sealed Spain a dramatic 2-1 win over Germany, ending the hosts’ Euro 2024 campaign.
The Friday evening quarter-final clash seemed destined for a penalty shootout until the 119th minute, when substitute Merino rose to head home the winning goal.
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Dani Olmo delivered the assist, after scoring for the Spanish side in normal time, silencing the crowd at Stuttgart Arena.
After a goalless first half, Olmo broke the deadlock six minutes into the second half with a precise shot into the bottom corner.
Germany equalized in the 89th minute through Florian Wirtz, forcing the game into extra time.
Despite intense pressure from Germany for a late equalizer, Spain held firm to advance to the semi-finals, where they will face the winner of the Portugal vs. France match tonight.