Spain Secures Historic Fourth European Championship Title
NEW DELHI: In an exhilarating match, Spain clinched their fourth European Championship title by defeating England with a tight 2-1 victory. The decisive moment came in the 87th minute when Mikel Oyarzabal scored the winning goal off Marc Cucurella’s cross.
Spain, with previous triumphs in 1964, 2008, and 2012, now adds another remarkable victory to its record in the tournament. The match seemed to be heading towards extra time, but Oyarzabal’s goal sealed the win for Spain.
England put up a tough fight to level the game, with substitute Cole Palmer scoring in the 73rd minute to cancel out Nico Williams’ early second-half goal. Williams found the back of the net in the 47th minute after an assist from the young talent, Lamine Yamal.
Despite their valiant effort, the England men’s team continues its search for a major trophy since the 1966 World Cup triumph, facing disappointment in consecutive Euro finals. This loss adds to the narrative of missed opportunities for England on the international stage.
The match, held at Berlin’s Olympiastadion and attended by prominent figures like Prince William and Spain’s King Felipe, witnessed emotional scenes as the Spanish team celebrated their victory. Nico Williams and Dani Carvajal were visibly moved, reflecting the joy and relief of the hard-fought win.
The Spanish players, including Yamal, Cucurella, and Dani Olmo, shared the moment of triumph with their passionate supporters, further highlighting the unity and elation within the team.
