Spain, joint-record winners with Germany, having won the tournament three times, have struggled to make a significant impact in major tournaments over the past decade. Despite their victory in the 2012 edition, where they defeated Italy 4-0, they suffered losses against the same side in the Round of 16 of the 2016 Euro and the semi-finals of the 2020 Euro. However, in this tournament, Spain have showcased their dominance, with their most impressive victory coming against hosts Germany in the quarter-final.
England, on the other hand, are desperate for success, having never won the European Championship. The Three Lions aim to end their 58-year drought at major tournaments. Gareth Southgate’s team has had a rollercoaster journey throughout the tournament, with numerous late goals.
Germany won the 1996 Euro when England were the hosts, now the Three Lions have the opportunity to take their revenge on the host nations as they could win their first ever Euro Trophy in Deutschland.In their head-to-head encounters, Spain and England have met 27 times, with Spain winning 14 matches, England winning 10, and three games ending in draws.
Their most recent meeting was in the 2018 Nations League, where England emerged victorious with a 3-2 scoreline. However, in the Euros, England hold the upper hand, having defeated Spain 2-1 in the Group Stage in 1980 and winning 4-2 on penalties in the quarter-finals of the 1996 edition.
