Who Won Last Euro Cup?
Spain won the last Euro Cup, also known as UEFA Euro 2024, defeating England 2-1 in the final held in Berlin on July 10th. Their victory marked a historic fourth European Championship title for La Roja, making them the most successful team in the tournament’s history.
Spain dominated the tournament from the group stages, winning all their matches in Group B against Croatia, Italy, and Albania. They continued their winning streak in the knockout stages, overcoming Georgia in the round of 16, Germany in a thrilling quarter-final that went into extra time, and France in a closely contested semi-final.
Their journey to victory was marked by impressive attacking displays and a solid defensive performance. They scored a total of 15 goals throughout the tournament while conceding only four. This strong performance solidified their position as one of the tournament favorites.
Spain’s triumph in Euro 2024 was also notable for the emergence of young talent, such as Lamine Yamal, who became the youngest player to ever feature in a European Championship match. Yamal’s contributions, including a crucial assist in the quarter-final against Germany and a game-changing equalizer in the semi-final against France, played a significant role in Spain’s success. The team’s ability to blend experienced players with rising stars proved to be a winning formula.
The team was led by coach Luis de la Fuente, who fostered a positive team atmosphere and implemented a winning strategy. De la Fuente’s previous successes with Spain’s youth teams, including winning the U19 Euros in 2015 and the U21 Euros in 2019, demonstrated his ability to develop and lead talented players. His tactical approach and leadership were instrumental in guiding Spain to victory.
This victory adds to Spain’s impressive record in international football. They had previously won the European Championship in 1964, 2008, and 2012. They are also the only nation to have won three consecutive major international titles, claiming the Euro 2008 trophy, the 2010 FIFA World Cup, and Euro 2012. Their consistent success in major tournaments solidifies their status as a European football powerhouse. Spain’s Euro 2024 win cemented their place in football history.