Israeli Under-21 team wins 1-0 European Championship quarter-finals
Posted : 29 June 2023
The Israeli Under-21 football team's remarkable journey to the quarter-finals of the European Championship has left spectators and media outlets amazed. With a thrilling 1-0 victory over the Czech Republic, courtesy of Omri Gundelman's late goal, Israel secured their place in the tournament's last eight for the first time in their history.
Marca, a Spanish publication, hailed the achievement as "another big surprise" and praised Gundelman's match-winning performance. Israeli football's recent progress has been described as "crazy," with pundits recognizing the team's exceptional character and determination.
The Austrian media also paid tribute to Israel's rising star, Oscar Gloch, who was voted the best player of the match. Gloch's influential role in the victory was acknowledged by the UEFA website, which highlighted his technical skills, game vision, and creativity, emphasizing his pivotal contribution to Israel's attacking play.
The Israeli team's success in recent tournaments, including reaching the final of the European Under-19 Championship, has been a testament to their promising generation of players.
Looking ahead to their quarter-final clash, Israel will face Georgia, who have defied expectations by reaching this stage of the competition in their first-ever junior tournament. Georgia secured their spot as group winners, surprising the Netherlands with a 1-1 draw and eliminating them from the tournament.
The Israeli team will also have to contend with the enthusiastic home support for Georgia, as the quarter-final match has been moved to the Paichedze Stadium due to high demand from Georgian fans.
Israel's impressive performance and unexpected progression to the quarter-finals have captured the attention of football enthusiasts across Europe. Their historic rise serves as a testament to the team's resilience and talent, and they now face the challenge of continuing their remarkable journey in the upcoming match against Georgia.
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