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UEFA Euro 2024 Spain vs England: A Look Back at Historic Euro Finals

UEFA Euro 2024 Spain vs England: A Look Back at Historic Euro Finals

Explore the most memorable UEFA Euro final matches in history before the Spain vs England showdown in Euro 2024.

Spain and England are set to conclude a month of festival football at the UEFA Euros, showcasing a mix of fallen icons and rising stars. The inaugural European Championships in 1960 saw the former Soviet Union emerge victorious over Yugoslavia in Paris. Italy 1-1 England (Italy won 3-2 on penalties) – Euro 2020 In the Euro 2020 final, Italy triumphed over England in a heart-wrenching penalty shootout at Wembley Stadium. Despite a valiant effort, England fell short, witnessing young talents like Marcus Rashford, Bukayo Saka, and Jadon Sancho missing crucial penalties. Portugal 1-0 France – Euro 2016 Cristiano Ronaldo's hopes were dashed in the Euro 2016 final when he sustained an early injury, but Portugal rallied together to secure their first Euro title against France. Spain 4-0 Italy – Euro 2012 Spain's dominance in Euro 2012 showcased a tiki taka masterclass against Italy, highlighting a shift in power from Serie A to the Spanish league. Denmark 2-0 Germany – Euro 1992 A historic upset unfolded in the Euro 1992 final as Denmark stunned reigning champions Germany to claim their maiden Euro title. USSR 0-2 Netherlands – Euro 1988 Marco van Basten's iconic volley in the 1988 final sealed the Netherlands' triumph over the USSR, etching a legendary moment in European football.
Source: ALJAZEERA
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