Stylish Spain overcame the shock of conceding an early own goal to eventually overpower a tireless and spirited Georgia 4-1, securing a mouthwatering Euro 2024 quarter-final clash with Germany.
Despite an early onslaught and several impressive saves by Georgia's outstanding goalkeeper Giorgi Mamardashvili, Georgia stunned the crowd by taking the lead with their first attack after 18 minutes. Otar Kakabadze’s fizzing cross was diverted into Spain’s net by Robin Le Normand's chest.
Spain leveled the last-16 contest through Rodri's edge-of-the-box strike in the 39th minute. Khvicha Kvaratskhelia almost scored a stunning second from near the halfway line for Georgia, but Fabian Ruiz headed Spain ahead six minutes into the second half.
Spain continued to press, and the tireless Georgians worked hard to keep them at bay until Nico Williams broke clear to slam in the third goal. Dani Olmo neatly tucked home the fourth goal seven minutes from time, securing Spain’s fourth win of the tournament.
Follow all the latest updates from Cologne, plus the result and reaction from Gelsenkirchen as England plays Slovakia.
---Spain vs Georgia - Euro 2024 Spain overcame an early scare to beat Georgia 4-1 and reach the quarter-finals, setting up a highly anticipated match with Germany.
GOAL! Dani Olmo adds a classy fourth for Spain (ESP 4-1 GEO).
75’ GOAL! Nico Williams races clear to score Spain’s third on the counter (ESP 3-1 GEO).
-52GOAL! Lamine Yamal’s magic cross sets up Fabian Ruiz's header (ESP 2-1 GEO).
38’ GOAL! Rodri fires into the corner as Spain equalizes (ESP 1-1 GEO).
17’ GOAL! Robin Le Normand scores an own goal, giving Georgia a shock lead (ESP 0-1 GEO).
Other Updates:
- England won in extra-time against Slovakia after stunning goals from Jude Bellingham and Harry Kane.
- Spain passed a new test in familiar style to make a Euro 2024 statement.
- England's tactical struggles under Gareth Southgate continue despite advancing to the quarter-finals.
- Chaos ensued at Euro 2024’s Dortmund fan park due to lightning and hailstones.
Upcoming Quarter-Finals:
- July 5: Spain vs Germany in Stuttgart (17:00)
- July 5: Portugal/Slovenia vs France/Belgium in Hamburg (20:00)
- July 6: England vs Switzerland in Dusseldorf (17:00)
- July 6: Romania/Netherlands vs Austria/Turkey in Berlin (20:00)
Georgia exits the tournament with heads held high, having made a memorable impact despite their loss to Spain. Spain, showcasing their growing strength, now heads to Stuttgart for a thrilling clash with Germany.
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