Spain Wins Euro 2024, Defeats England 2-1 to Claim Record Fourth Title

Spain won a record-breaking fourth European Championship, defeating England 2-1 following a drama-filled second half in the Euro 2024 final on Sunday in Berlin.

Nico Williams – one of Spain’s breakout performers at the tournament – gave La Roja the lead minutes into the second half when he smartly finished in the bottom corner from a perfectly-weighted pass from the team’s other emerging star, freshly turned 17-year-old Lamine Yamal.

Despite England’s resurgence following a tactical substitution, Spain’s late push saw Oyarzabal score the decisive goal. The victory led to celebrations among the Spanish players and fans, while England received a message of support from King Charles III, praising their journey to the final and encouraging them to look ahead with pride..

England managed to equalize midway through the second half with a stunning left-footed strike from Cole Palmer, bringing the score level at the Olympiastadion in Berlin. However, Spain secured a late victory with just under five minutes remaining when Mikel Oyarzabal converted an immaculate pass from Marc Cucurella, capping off a successful tournament for La Roja.

This win marked Spain’s fourth Euro title, adding to their victories in 1964, 2008, and 2012. Meanwhile, England faced disappointment once again, echoing their penalty shootout defeat to Italy in Euro 2020.

The match started cautiously, reflecting the tension of a major final. Spain dominated possession but created few clear chances in the first half, while England’s Phil Foden had the best opportunity before halftime, only to be denied by Unai Simón. Spain suffered a setback with Rodri’s injury, but his replacement, Martín Zubimendi, contributed to the opening goal by Nico Williams