Spain Knocks Out Host Germany with Dramatic Extra-Time Win to Reach Euro 2024 Semi-Finals

Spain triumphed over Germany in a thrilling Euro 2024 quarter-final, winning 2-1 after extra time, thanks to Mikel Merino’s last-minute header.

Substitute Mikel Merino scored the decisive goal in the 119th minute, heading in a perfect cross from Dani Olmo. Olmo had earlier put Spain ahead in the 51st minute with a powerful strike from a Lamine Yamal pass. Germany equalized in the 89th minute when Florian Wirtz converted a Joshua Kimmich header, setting the stage for an intense extra-time period.

Despite Germany’s dominance in the second half and numerous chances, including a late surge led by substitutes Niclas Fullkrug and Wirtz, Spain held firm. The game appeared destined for penalties until Merino’s dramatic winner. Dani Carvajal was sent off in the closing seconds for a second booking, but Spain managed to hold on.

Key Points:

• Result: Spain 2-1 Germany (AET)
• Decisive Moment: Mikel Merino’s 119th-minute header.
• Notable Performances: Dani Olmo’s goal and assist, Mikel Merino’s match-winning header.
• Next Match: Spain will face France in the semi-finals.