Spain's form means they are the favourites going into the first meeting of the nations at either a World Cup or Euros since 1996.
Spain's form means they are the favourites going into the first meeting of the nations at either a World Cup or Euros since 1996.
Spain have been the outstanding side at this European Championship, their run to the final taking in wins against title-holders Italy, hosts Germany and pre-tournament favourites France. Unlike the country’s women, who won their equivalent competition two years ago, England’s men have never won the European Championship.This, however, is their second straight continental final after their agonising defeat on penalties against Italy in 2021, and the memory of that will help drive them on in their first ever final on foreign soil.
They had unconvincing draws with Denmark and Slovenia before overcoming Slovakia in extra time in the last 16, only after being rescued by a Bellingham bicycle kick in injury time. While England have consistently reached the latter stages of tournaments under Southgate, Euro 2024 has confirmed the revival of the nation that dominated international football just over a decade ago.
They outclassed Italy and should have won by more than a 1-0 margin on their way to ending the group stage as the only team with maximum points and no goals conceded.
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