England and Spain showed excellent comeback ability in the quarter-finals of Euro 2024, beating Slovakia and Georgia respectively to advance to the quarter-finals.
In the 1/8 finals of Euro 2024, the matchup between England and Slovakia became the focus. England were supposed to have the upper hand against Slovakia, who finished third in Group E, as they topped Group C, but the game did not go well from the start. In the 25th minute, Slovakia's Schlanz broke the deadlock with a brilliant attack that left England 1-0 down. This scene not only disappointed the fans at the scene, but also sparked heated discussions on the Internet.
On Twitter and Reddit, netizens expressed their opinions on the performance of the England team. "England are so disappointed, how can the quality of the top team in Group C be lost to the third place in Group E?" A fan named FootballFan92 wrote on Twitter. 'Slovakia's goal was really unexpected and it looks like England have a lot of problems to solve.' Another netizen replied.
However, just when it was thought England might have to end the game early, they showed their fighting spirit. In the 95th minute of the game, Bellingham equalized with an upside-down golden hook that ignited the atmosphere on the pitch. "This goal is a lifesaver!" Reddit fan "SoccerEnthusiast23" excitedly commented, "England really played a decisive role in the last minute. ”
The ensuing overtime made the fans even more nervous. With just 52 seconds into extra time, Ivan Toney received a pinpoint pass that set up Kane to open the scoring. "It's just classic English style!" FootballFan92 tweeted, "Although the start was a little slow, they did it in the end! "Various celebratory memes and GIFs went viral, showing the enthusiasm of the fans and cheers for the victory.
During the match, Ivan Toney showed a great deal of chemistry with his team-mates, with his agile movement and excellent passing skills being a highlight of the Spanish team's attacking line. Not only is he able to switch positions quickly, but he is also able to use his technical advantage to create more offensive opportunities and cause a lot of problems for opponents.
In the 95th minute of the game, Ivan Toney amazed the fans with his outstanding performance. At this critical moment, he launched a wonderful combination with his teammates. The situation was at a stalemate on the pitch as the Georgian defence pressed Spain in search of an equaliser. Ivan Toney received a pass from a team-mate in midfield and quickly burst forward with the ball, using his speed and technical prowess to shake up two Georgian players and open up the opposition defence.
"Ivan Toney's breakthrough this time is so crucial! His speed and skill are simply impressive! Twitter user Soccer Fan24 enthused, "He's really a great weapon for the Spanish team's attacking line. ”
Ivan Toney's breakthrough not only gave Spain the opportunity to attack, but also injected new energy and confidence into the team. He quickly made a precise connection with his team-mate after receiving the ball and sent it into the box. After a pass from Ivan Toney, Kane calmly faced the goalkeeper after receiving the ball and scored an accurate shot to break the Georgian goal and equalize for Spain.
"Ivan Toney and Kane work so well together! This is their top performance! Reddit fan "FootballCrazy77" enthused, "Their collaboration was nothing short of a brilliant moment of attack. ”
Not only did Ivan Toney show great technical ability on the offensive end, but he also received widespread praise for his full-court performance in the game. His flexibility and skill on the pitch have made him one of the centrepieces of Spain's midfield. His runs in the game broke down opponents' defences on more than one occasion and created a number of dangerous attacking opportunities.
'Ivan Toney's performance on the pitch was impressive. He is not only a player with great skills, but also shows his calmness and judgment in key moments. Social media user 'FootballInsiderHD' commented, "His addition has given a new impetus to the Spanish team's attack. ”
The 2-1 comeback win not only sealed England's place in the quarter-finals, but also made history. Gareth Southgate became the first England coach to reach at least the last eight of four consecutive tournaments, a feat that was widely praised and congratulated on social media. "Southgate's tactical adjustments have been indispensable!" A Reddit user named FootballTactics commented, "His substitution decisions at key moments completely changed the course of the game. ”
Despite the hard-won victory, England's performance gave the fans a boost of confidence. When facing the upcoming quarter-final against Switzerland, the fans are full of anti-expectation. "We won this game and we showed what we are capable of." Speaking outside the stadium, a fan from London said, "Now we need to focus on preparing for the next game and moving on. ”
In the 1/8 finals of Euro 2024, Spain showed impressive ability to turn around. They qualified for the group stage with three straight wins to face Georgia, who unexpectedly qualified from the group stage. The match not only became a stage for the Spanish team to show their strength, but also for the fans to see their tenacity and perseverance.
At the start of the game, it was clear that Spain took the initiative on the field. They possessed the ball and launched a number of attacks in an attempt to break down the Georgian defence with precise interconnection. However, Georgia seized the opportunity in a rare counterattack. In the 18th minute, Kakabadze sent a pinpoint cross from the right, but Lenormand accidentally smashed the ball into his own goal to give Georgia a 1-0 lead. The scene silenced the Spanish fans at the scene, and the comments on the Internet began to discuss the unexpected mistake.
"Spain is really self-defeating this time!" Twitter user "SoccerFanatic99" wrote, "It seems that they still have to be careful of those unexpected counterattacks." "The sudden change was unsettling to the fans, but the Spanish team didn't give up.
As the game progressed, the Spanish team gradually regained control. In the 39th minute, they finally found an equaliser. A pinpoint pass from Nico Williams created a scoring opportunity for Rodri, who calmly slotted the ball into the back of the net. "It came at the right time!" Fan "FootballAddict88" on Reddit excitedly commented, "Hopefully this will give us more motivation." ”
Heading into the second half, Spain's attacking rhythm was stronger. In the 51st minute, a brilliant assist from Yamal provided Fabian Ruiz with a header. "It was a fantastic goal!" After the game, YouTube user 'FootballInsiderHD' uploaded a video of the goal, "The Spanish team showed top attacking skills. ”
As the game progressed, Nico Williams and Olmo scored in quick succession to help Spain win 4-1. The victory not only allowed them to reach at least the last eight of their second consecutive European Championships, but also gave them confidence as they prepare for the quarter-finals against Germany. "We showed true team spirit and unwavering goals!" One fan named "FootballPassion23" wrote on social media, "Looking forward to the showdown with Germany, let's see who is really strong!" ”
In the other match of the quarter-finals, Switzerland will face England, while Spain will face hosts Germany. These exciting reversals and matchups not only show the strength and fighting spirit of each team, but also make fans look forward to more exciting performances and exciting matches.
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