The "early final" match between Spain and Germany took place in the early morning of July 24, just as fans expected, when both sides played fiercely for more than two hours of competition.
Spain team puts pressure on Germany
Spain with their typical ball possession style of play pressured their opponents for most of the time.
Spain pressed the field, Germany defended firmly
However, Germany's disciplined defense and the excellence of goalkeeper Ann-Katrin Berger made it extremely difficult for the reigning world champions to find a way into the opponent's goal.
Alexia Putellas (11) is closely attended to by German defenders
After 90 minutes of goalless play, the two teams had to go into extra time. When all signs pointed to a penalty shootout, in the 113th minute, Aitana Bonmatí – a two-time winner of the Women's Ballon d'Or – spoke up.
Aitana Bonmatí turned the match around in the 113th minute
Spain's golden goal
She received the ball from Athenea Castillo in the penalty area and deftly dribbled past Germany's final stopper, midfielder Rebecca Knaak, down the touchline and past goalkeeper Ann-Katrin Berger with a classy finish from a very tight angle.
Aitana Bonmatí (6) and teammates celebrate the goal that is more precious than gold
The goal was as precious as gold for "La Roja" because the 1-0 result after 120 minutes of competition sent Spain straight to the final, waiting to compete for the title with reigning champion England on July 28.
This is the first time the Spanish women's team has participated in a Euro final, after many years of being judged as lacking courage in the knockout rounds.
Spain's first appearance in a Euro final
Under the guidance of coach Montse Tomé, "La Roja" is gradually perfecting its playing style and showing the mettle of a team that holds both the FIFA World Cup and UEFA Nations League titles. Meanwhile, the unfortunate defeat to Spain shattered the German women's team's dream of reaching the Euro final for the 10th time in history, even though they are the team that has won the European Championship 8 times - the most in the history of the tournament.
2024 Ballon d'Or winner Aitana Bonmatí said after the match: "I knew the chance would come if we persevered. That goal was the result of the team's preparation, effort and unwavering belief."
Aitana Bonmatí and her star quality are on full display
Source: https://nld.com.vn/euro-2025-tay-ban-nha-ha-duc-o-hiep-phu-lan-dau-vao-chung-ket-19625072406180173.htm
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