England’s Three Lions roared into the #Euro2024 final in heart-stopping fashion, defeating the Netherlands 2-1 with a clutch 91st-minute goal by super-sub Ollie Watkins! The dramatic win sent fans—and even King Charles III—on an emotional roller coaster.
Watkins, who replaced captain Harry Kane in a bold move by coach Gareth Southgate, smashed home a jaw-dropping strike off an assist from fellow sub Cole Palmer. 'I’ve been waiting for this moment for weeks,' said the Aston Villa star, who’s now England’s newest hero.
The Dutch took an early lead via Xavi Simons, but Kane’s penalty leveled the score before halftime. The Netherlands’ coach Ronald Koeman admitted defeat was 'painful' but tipped his hat to England’s late-game magic.
Up next? A blockbuster final against Spain on Sunday in Berlin! 'One more game to make history,' declared Kane, as England aims to win its first major trophy on foreign soil.
Will Lamine Yamal and Spain’s 'tiki-taka' dynasty stand in their way? Tune in to find out!
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England beat Netherlands 2-1 on late goal to reach Euro 2024 final
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