By Euro 2024 Semi-Finalists: The Final Four
England
Path to Semi-Finals:
– Topped Group C
– Beat Slovakia 2-1 in Round of 16
– Defeated Switzerland on penalties in Quarter-Finals
Key Player: Harry Kane
One to Watch: Cole Palmer
Coach: Gareth Southgate
France
Path to Semi-Finals:
– Finished second in Group D
– Edged Belgium 1-0 in Round of 16
– Overcame Portugal on penalties in Quarter-Finals
Key Player: Kylian Mbappé
One to Watch: Bradley Barcola
Coach: Didier Deschamps
Netherlands
Path to Semi-Finals:
– Qualified as one of best third-placed teams
– Thrashed Romania 3-0 in Round of 16
– Beat TĂĽrkiye 2-1 in Quarter-Finals
Key Player: Memphis Depay
One to Watch: Xavi Simons
Coach: Ronald Koeman
Spain
Path to Semi-Finals:
– Won Group B with perfect record
– Dominated Georgia 4-1 in Round of 16
– Defeated hosts Germany 2-1 in Quarter-Finals
Key Player: Rodri
One to Watch: Lamine Yamal
Coach: Luis de la Fuente
Semi-Final Matchups:
– Spain vs France (Munich, 9 July, 21:00)
– England vs Netherlands (Dortmund, 10 July, 21:00)
Each team brings a unique blend of experience and young talent. England aims for their second consecutive EURO final. France seeks redemption after their early exit in 2020. The Netherlands returns to the semis for the first time since 2004. Spain looks to extend their record with a potential fourth EURO title.
The semi-finals promise high-stakes football. Key battles will unfold between world-class players. Tactical decisions by experienced coaches will be crucial. The winners will face off in Berlin on July 14 for the Henri Delaunay Cup.
This EURO 2024 has already delivered thrilling moments. The semi-finals are set to provide even more drama as Europe’s best compete for continental glory.
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