England faced late disappointment in Berlin as Spain scored in the final minutes to secure a 2-1 victory and claim the Euro 2024 title. This defeat marked England’s second consecutive loss in the Euros final, following their defeat by Italy in the Euro 2020 final. Captain Harry Kane expressed the team’s feelings, describing it as a “huge disappointment” and “as painful as it can be.” Despite the tough tournament that required a lot of resilience from the England squad, Kane acknowledged their efforts to get back into the match with Cole Palmer’s long-range equalizer and a crucial moment at the end when Spain cleared off the line.
In the aftermath of the loss, questions arose about the future of manager Gareth Southgate. While Kane shared the team’s love for the manager, he emphasized that the decision ultimately lies with Southgate. Southgate, on the other hand, praised his team for their competitiveness until the very end of the final, noting that they were still in the game at the 80-minute mark. However, he admitted that England did not maintain possession of the ball well enough throughout the match. Despite acknowledging Spain as the best team of the tournament, Southgate remained hopeful about the squad’s prospects for future competitions.
Following the defeat, Prince William and King Charles offered words of encouragement to the England team. While Prince William acknowledged that it was not meant to be this time, he expressed pride in the team’s efforts. The president of the Football Association echoed similar sentiments on social media, expressing pride in the team’s achievements despite the loss. King Charles emphasized the importance of holding their heads high, considering reaching the final a great achievement that brought pride to the nation.
The Euro 2024 final witnessed a tense opening 45 minutes, with both teams struggling to find their rhythm. Spain took the lead early in the second half when Nico Williams found the back of the net after a pass from Lamine Yamal. Despite Spain dominating the early stages of the second half, England fought back with Cole Palmer’s stunning long-range goal to level the score. However, Spain had the last laugh with Mikel Oyarzabal’s late goal in the 86th minute, sealing the victory for La Roja.
Overall, the Euro 2024 final proved to be a challenging and emotional match for England, who fell short of clinching the title once again. Despite the disappointment, the team’s resilience and determination were evident throughout the tournament, providing hope for future competitions. While the loss may sting for now, it serves as a learning experience and motivation for the England squad to strive for success in upcoming international tournaments.
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