Watkins' Late Strike Propels England to Historic EURO 2024 Final
Ollie Watkins' last-minute goal and Harry Kane's penalty ensure England's 2-1 victory over the Netherlands, securing a historic final berth at EURO 2024. The Three Lions are set to face Spain at the Olympiastadion in Berlin, aiming to end a 58-year major tournament drought.
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Ollie Watkins' late goal and Harry Kane's stunning penalty led England to a 2-1 victory over the Netherlands in the EURO 2024 semi-final at BVB Stadion Dortmund. Gareth Southgate's team makes history, reaching a major tournament final on foreign soil for the first time, edging closer to ending their 58-year wait.
England will face Spain in the final at the Olympiastadion on Sunday. The Netherlands initially dominated, with Xavi Simons scoring early. However, the Three Lions quickly gained control. Harry Kane equalized in the 18th minute, skillfully placing the ball beyond the Dutch goalkeeper.
England continued to press, nearly scoring again in the 22nd minute, but Dumfries made a crucial goal-line save. By half-time, the score was 1-1, with both teams making tactical changes in the second half. In the dying moments, Watkins sealed the win, propelling England to the EURO 2024 final.
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