At 3 a.m. on July 1, 2024, the quarterfinals of the European Championship ushered in two fierce matches. Spain against Georgia and England against Slovakia. In the end, Spain and England both qualified to add two more places to the last eight of the European Championship.
Spain's match against Georgia was a sweat from the start. Georgia were clearly playing in a bucket formation, with only a single striker, Kautadze, on the lookout for opportunities up front. As the top scorer in this European Cup, Kautadze's presence poses a big threat to Spain's defense.
In the first 10 minutes of the game, Spain struggled to find a breakthrough but were unable to create an effective shot on goal. At this point, the atmosphere on the pitch looked a little tense, especially with the Georgian defensive iron bucket formation, and the Spanish attack was at a stalemate.
In the 11th minute, Fabian Ruiz attacked on the left and his cross hit the box, Nico quickly got up to try to shoot, but the ball was blocked by the Georgian defender to win a corner for Spain. On the sidelines, netizens began to discuss the tactical arrangement and player performance of this game.
"Georgia's bucket formation is really difficult to crack, and Kautadze can threaten the opponent's defense alone."
'Spain needs more organisation and speed, otherwise it will be difficult to create real chances in this situation.
'Fabian Ruiz's cross was good and Nico's shot was clever but it was blocked.
As the game progressed, Spain struggled to find a flaw, despite dominating possession. Comments from netizens also revolved around how to break through Georgia's iron bucket formation, with many believing that Spain needed more flank attacks and quick passes to break down the opposition's defence.
In the 18th minute, Georgia suddenly seized the opportunity to counterattack. Kakabadze broke fast down the right and his cross threatened the Spanish defence. In the box, Spanish defender Lenormand tried to clear the ball but accidentally smashed the ball into his own goal, which gave Georgia a surprise lead.
This scene made the atmosphere on the court solemn for a while. The Spanish fans watched the score and felt anxious. On the sidelines, the coaching staff eagerly instructed the team to adjust the formation, hoping to quickly recover the points lost.
Spain struggled to organise an attack from behind, but they were never able to form a real threat in the face of Georgia's solid defence. Repeated attempts and passes failed to break the opponent's iron bucket formation, adding to the tension on the pitch.
It wasn't until the 39th minute that Spain finally had an equalizer. Rodri and Nico had a brilliant combination in the box, and Rodri eventually slotted the ball into the back of the net. The goal sparked cheers from the fans, but it also sparked some controversy. After the referee declared the goal valid, the VAR system reconfirmed the decision, and despite the protests of the Georgian players, the score eventually became 1-1. Rodri is a high-profile high-profile player who displays a variety of characteristics and excellent tactical execution on the pitch. First of all, he is tall and has great physical qualities, which makes him stand out on defense and in one-on-one duels. Whether in midfield or at the back, he was effective at stopping opposition attacks and was often able to help his team turn defence into attack with quick counter-attacks.
Netizens' evaluation of Rodri is also mixed. Some have praised his all-round ability and excellent positional sense, arguing that he can control the direction of the game on the pitch like Sergio Busquets. One fan commented: "Rodri is not just an attacking player, he can also make an important contribution on the defensive end. His feet are very skillful, and he is able to pass the ball and shoot with ease. ”
In addition, Rodri's performance in the high-pressure area of the front court has also been closely watched. He uses his sense of smell and excellent positional sense to create a threat in his opponent's dangerous zone. One commentator noted: "His offensive awareness and decision-making ability are impressive. More than just a goalscorer, he was able to help open up opposition defences with precise passing and agile movement. ”
Rodri is not only a skilled player, but his understanding and execution at a tactical level also makes him an indispensable part of the team. His versatility allows him to play an important role in a variety of positions, showing the quality and value of a top player, both in his defensive contribution and in the creation of threats up front.
The goal was a huge boost for Spain, who continued their offensive until half-time. Georgia, on the other hand, readjusted their tactics in the second half, trying to hold on to the draw or look for another opportunity to counter-attack.
In the second half, Spain stepped up their attack. In the 51st minute, Yamal crossed to the back post, and Fabian Ruiz scored with a header to make it 2-1. In the 75th minute, Nico broke through and scored with his individual ability to further extend his advantage. In the 83rd minute of the game, substitute Olmo received an assist from Oyarzabal and scored another goal, and finally Spain beat Georgia 4-1.
In the other match, England vs. Slovakia faced off in an equally exciting match. The two sides played to a 1-1 draw in 90 minutes and went into extra time. In extra-time, England seized the opportunity to score the winner and eventually beat Slovakia 2-1 to advance.
With these two matches over, four teams have been decided in the last eight of the European Championship: England, Switzerland, Germany and Spain. In the semi-finals, Spain will face Germany and England will face Switzerland. The competition will be more intense, and fans are looking forward to the exciting matchups that come next.
These two games not only showed the strength and tactics of the team, but also showed the charm and unpredictability of football. Every match of the European Championship is full of suspense and anticipation.
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