After 50 gruelling matches, the Euro 2024 tournament is progressing towards its climax, and England has surprised everyone by reaching the final. It has been a rollercoaster ride for the Three Lions so far.
The team had a shaky start with a narrow win over Serbia, followed by dull draws against Denmark and Slovenia. The match against Slovakia saw them trailing until Jude Bellingham’s sensational last-minute goal saved the day. They then navigated through a nerve-wracking penalty shootout against Switzerland in the quarter-finals, before Ollie Watkins’ heroic 90th-minute goal secured their place in the final after a showdown with the Netherlands.
Their opponents in the final, Spain, have been the standout team in the tournament. The question on everyone’s mind is whether England can end their 58-year wait for a major title. Our Mirror Football writers have weighed in with their predictions for the much-anticipated final in Berlin.
Andy Dunn predicts a 2-1 win for England, citing the momentum and attacking options as key factors in their success. David Anderson, however, believes that England faces a tougher task in overcoming Spain and predicts a 2-1 victory for the Spanish team. Scott Trotter predicts a tense 2-2 draw, with England prevailing in the penalty shootout. Jeremy Cross is optimistic about England’s chances, foreseeing a 2-1 victory for the Three Lions in the final.
Mark Jones, on the other hand, is more cautious, predicting a 2-1 victory for Spain after extra time, while Tom Victor believes Spain will clinch a 2-0 win owing to their standout performances in the tournament. Nathan Ridley predicts a surprising 1-0 victory for England, highlighting their ability to grind out results when not playing at their best.
John Cross shares his confidence in England’s triumph with a 2-1 scoreline, citing the team’s togetherness and spirited performances as winning factors. Mike Walters, however, expresses concern about England’s luck running out and predicts a 1-0 victory for Spain in the final showdown.
As the excitement builds up towards the final, it’s clear that anything can happen in this highly anticipated clash between the two footballing giants. England is on the cusp of history, and fans everywhere are eagerly awaiting the fate of their team in the much-anticipated final.
So, with the stage set for an epic showdown in Berlin, football enthusiasts worldwide are all in for a thrilling finish to this unforgettable Euro 2024. Let’s brace ourselves for a historic battle!