Spain through to Euros semi-finals after knocking out hosts Germany with last-minute goal

Spain’s Mikel Merino scores their side's second goal of the game during the UEFA Euro 2024. Credit: PA

Germany have been knocked out of the Euros after Spain's goal in the 119th minute sent the hosts out of the tournament.

Substitute Mikel Merino headed Spain into the semi-finals as they snatched a 2-1 win over Germany in extra time on Friday.

The first goal came after Spain's Dani Olmo scored shortly after the second half began.

Germany's Florian Wirtz then equalised in the 89th minute, bringing the game into extra time.

The match looked destined for penalties but Merino's header sealed the deal for Spain, securing them a place in the semi-final.

The drama continued in the final minutes as Germany's Niclas Fullkrug headed narrowly wide, and Spain's Dani Carvajal was dismissed after hauling Jamal Musiala down.

Spain will now face either France or Portugal in the semi-finals.

England are set to face Switzerland in their quarter-final match on Saturday, which kicks off at 5pm.

This will follow news that Jude Bellingham will be allowed to play, despite being fined €30,000 (£25,400) for a gesture he made after England beat Slovakia.

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