England Secures Euro 2024 Final Spot with Last-Minute Win over Netherlands
England reached the Euro 2024 final against Spain on July 14, following a thrilling last-minute victory over the Netherlands in their semifinal match on July 10. Ollie Watkins scored the winning goal for England in injury time, securing a place for Gareth Southgate's team in the championship game.
The Three Lions had been struggling to keep up with the Dutch throughout the match, but Watkins and Cole Palmer came on as substitutes and changed the game. The Aston Villa striker connected with Palmer's assist to score a stunning goal that sent England fans into a frenzy.
England has had a strong showing in major tournaments under Southgate's leadership, reaching at least the quarterfinals in the past four events, including Euro 2024. The team lost to Italy on penalties in the final of Euro 2020 and now has an opportunity to win their first major men's trophy since the 1966 World Cup.
Prince William and King Charles celebrated England's victory with fans at pubs across the country. At The Three Lions pub in Stourport-on-Severn, fans cheered and sang as they watched Watkins seal England's place in the final against Spain.
England had a rocky start to Euro 2024, losing to Italy and Switzerland in the group stages. However, they managed to overcome Switzerland with penalties before securing their victory over the Netherlands. The team will face Spain on July 14 in Berlin for a chance to win the championship.
Netherlands coach Ronald Koeman expressed his frustration with VAR decisions during the match, stating that it's destroying football and this penalty would not have been given in England. Despite this, Koeman remains optimistic about his team's future.
England fans are excited about their team's progress and are looking forward to the final against Spain. The Three Lions will need to put in a strong performance if they want to secure the championship title.