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Penalty Drama Against Switzerland Advances England to Euro 2024 Semi-Finals

Posted : 07 July 2024

England once again displayed resilience and character as they secured a place in the Euro 2024 semi-finals with a tense penalty shootout victory (5-3) over Switzerland, thanks largely to goalkeeper Jordan Pickford's heroics.

 

Struggling throughout the match, England found themselves trailing 0-1 in the 75th minute against Switzerland, only for Bukayo Saka to equalize five minutes later, sending the game into penalties. Pickford, who had insights from studying the Swiss players' penalty tendencies, crucially saved Manuel Akanji's spot-kick, the only miss of the shootout.

 

England converted all their penalties, with substitute Trent Alexander-Arnold scoring the decisive one to seal their advancement, prompting jubilant celebrations among fans and players alike.

 

Liverpool defender Alexander-Arnold reflected on the victory, stating, "Unbelievable, these are the goals we set for ourselves. It was a tough game, falling behind, but the team showed immense character, belief, and spirit."

 

Coach Gareth Southgate praised his team's resilience, calling it their best performance of the tournament despite criticism of his tactics. He highlighted the comeback from a goal down as evidence of the team's mental fortitude, which he considers as crucial as their technical abilities.

 

Speaking on Saka's crucial goal, Southgate commended the young player's bravery and resilience, acknowledging the pressure he faced after his missed penalty in the previous Euro final. Saka himself emphasized his determination to overcome past setbacks, focusing on the present and the opportunity ahead to make history for England in the remaining matches of the tournament.

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