The quarter-final stage of the Euros concluded this evening with a thrilling encounter between the Netherlands and Turkey. Ultimately, the Netherlands secured a 2-1 victory, marking their return to the semi-finals for the first time since 2004. This victory sets up a highly anticipated semi-final clash against England.
The Dutch team faced significant challenges, unable to score for 70 minutes until Stefan de Vrij broke the deadlock with a goal. Six minutes later, a Turkish own goal by Mert Muldor sealed the turnaround for the Netherlands, who then successfully defended their lead in the final moments of the game.
The match began with the Netherlands applying intense pressure, with Memphis Depay missing a close-range opportunity in the opening minute. Turkey gradually gained momentum, and in the 35th minute, Arda Güler's excellent pass led to a goal by Samet Akaydin after a mistake by Dutch goalkeeper Bart Verbruggen, giving Turkey the lead.
Despite their struggles, the Dutch equalized in the 70th minute with a goal from De Vrij following a well-placed corner by Depay. The game seemed destined for extra time until Denzel Dumfries' cross deflected off Muldor into the Turkish net, putting the Netherlands ahead. Despite Turkey's intense efforts to equalize, including crucial saves by Verbruggen and Mickey van de Ven, the Netherlands held on to secure their spot in the semi-finals with a dramatic 2-1 victory.
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