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Spain 2 v 1 Germany: Spain through to semis after extra time win over Germany

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Spain 2 v 1 Germany: Spain through to semis after extra time win over Germany

In a thrilling quarterfinal match, Spain secured a dramatic 2-1 victory over Germany, courtesy of a late goal from substitute Mikel Merino in extra time

Spain 2 v 1 Germany: Spain through to semis after extra time win over Germany
Spain 2 v 1 Germany: Spain through to semis after extra time win over Germany

The game seemed destined for a penalty shootout until Merino’s header from Dani Olmo’s cross broke the deadlock in the 119th minute, sending Spain to the semifinals.

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Earlier, Olmo had given Spain the lead in the 51st minute with a precise shot into the bottom corner, but Florian Wirtz’s 89th-minute equalizer forced extra time.

Despite Germany’s late push for a leveler, Spain held on to set up a semifinal clash with either Portugal or France.

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