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Substitute Niclas Fullkrug scored a late equaliser for Germany as they rescued a draw with Switzerland to top Group A. 24 Jun 2024
The Swiss thought they were going through to the last 16 as group winners after an early goal from Dan Ndoye until Fullkrug headed in the equaliser. There was an outburst of celebration from home supporters behind the goal as Germany maintained their unbeaten start to Euro 2024. It was a blow to Switzerland, who had defended resolutely for over 90 minutes but they still progress to the knockout stages. Murat Yakin's side knew victory would see them leapfrog Germany and they almost delivered in Frankfurt until pressure took its toll in stoppage time. Germany, who had largely frustrated the home fans in the stands, created a flurry of chances late on and eventually did enough. Earlier, Swiss fans were bouncing and singing in the stands after Ndoye had placed a first-time shot into the roof of the net from Remo Freuler's dangerous cross. Ndoye also had a goal ruled out for offside in the second half that would have made it 2-0 - the second to be crossed off after the video assistant referee (VAR) intervened for Germany's Robert Andrich. Andrich curled a shot from the edge of the box under the arms of goalkeeper Yann Sommer, whose blushes were saved when referee Daniele Orsato overturned his decision after going to the pitchside monitor to see a foul from Jamal Musiala in the build-up. Germany had lacked the ruthlessness they had shown in their opening two victories of the tournament but high hopes remain that they can go all the way in the competition.
Spain maintained their 100% record at Euro 2024 as they defeated and eliminated Albania – a result that meant England, France and the Netherlands all secured last-16 places. 24 Jun 2024
Former Manchester City forward Ferran Torres, now at Barcelona, gave a much-changed Spain side the lead in the 13th minute, finishing low first time from Dani Olmo's pass with the ball bouncing in off the post. Kristjan Asllani's powerful 25-yard strike for Albania drew a fine save from Spain goalkeeper David Raya, who spent last season at Arsenal on loan from Brentford. Raya also did well to keep out Fulham striker Armando Broja's shot on the turn, as Albania could not find an equaliser and finished bottom of Group B.
Kevin de Bruyne's status as one of Belgium's "Golden Generation" and the enduring quality he delivers at elite level was underlined once more on a thrilling, colourful night in Cologne. 23 Jun 2024
Belgium carry scars from previous major tournaments when they fell short of expectations raised by the world-class talent at their disposal - most notably when they failed to make it to the knockout phase of the 2022 World Cup in Qatar. And the old accusations were being dusted off once more after they slipped to defeat in their opening group game of Euro 2024 against Slovakia, ranked 45th in the world. This tournament's format has removed some of the jeopardy from the group stage, giving Belgium room for manoeuvre after that shock loss, and they knew a victory against Romania was essential. It was against this backdrop, and with the pressure on, that De Bruyne delivered a masterclass deservedly crowned with the goal that wrapped up a 2-0 win and gave Belgium's campaign lift-off. The responsibility carried by De Bruyne was emphasised when the massed ranks of red-clad Belgium supporters rose to the Manchester City midfielder when he came out to warm up. It was a night when he was being counted on. If Youri Tielemans settled early nerves by driving low past Romania keeper Florin Nita after 73 seconds, it was 32-year-old De Bruyne who ensured Belgium were dominant throughout. The stadium was awash with colour and rocking to deafening noise well before kick-off - and a game befitting the magnificent atmosphere unfolded.
Portugal booked their place in the last 16 as group winners at Euro 2024 following a routine victory over Turkey in Dortmund. 22 Jun 2024
Manchester City's Bernardo Silva opened the scoring midway through the first half, striking first time past goalkeeper Altay Bayindir after Nuno Mendes' cross from the left was deflected into his path. A calamitous own goal doubled Portugal's lead when defender Samet Akaydin failed to look up before passing it back to Bayindir, who could not prevent the ball from rolling into his own net. That dampened the exuberant Turkish support, which had begun with hundreds of fans marching to the stadium from the city centre, draped in flags. Portugal's support was equally impressive, if fewer in number, and they celebrated as their side played with fluidity and composure. Their team sealed the win when Cristiano Ronaldo unselfishly teed up Bruno Fernandes for a tap-in to make it 3-0 before an hour was played. The 2016 champions will take on Group F opponents Georgia on Wednesday knowing their job is complete in the group stages, while Turkey can still qualify when they travel to Hamburg to face the Czech Republic.
Substitute Saba Lobjanidze wasted a golden chance for Georgia with the final kick of the game as the debutants claimed a first ever point in a major tournament with a 1-1 draw against the Czech Republic. 22 Jun 2024
Georgia, the lowest-ranked side in the tournament, took the lead in first-half stoppage time when striker Georges Mikautadze slotted in from the penalty spot. But the Czech Republic - quarter-finalists three years ago - were by far the more dangerous side throughout and finally replied when Patrik Schick turned in after substitute Ondrej Lingr hit the post. Schick then limped off with an injury as Georgia goalkeeper Giorgi Mamardashvili produced save after save to ensure a share of the spoils. And there was still time for Lobjanidze to fire over after a three-on-one encounter in the final seconds of the match. The result means both sides head into their final games in Group F on Wednesday with a chance to progress to the last 16.