UEFA Euro 2024: Four Talking Points from the Quarterfinals!

1) No "Surprises" in the Semifinals!

The top four of the UEFA Euro 2024 Championship are Spain, France, Netherlands, and England. This insures that we won't have a surprise package winning the coveted trophy. Out of the remaining teams, only England has not tasted European glory yet.

2) Three Games Went on For More than 90 Mins!

Spain needed an extra time goal to beat Germany whereas England and France got past Switzerland and Portugal on penalties. Only Netherlands tasted victory against Turkiye within 90 minutes.

3) Spain vs Germany - An Instant Classic!

The match between Spain and Germany will go down as a classic. Both sides left it all on the pitch as the hosts were eventually eliminated courtesy of a 119th minute goal by Merino. A total of 41 shots were taken in the game as Spain dominated to first part while Germany fought back in the second part on the game.

4) Tears, Goodbyes and Retirements!

Quite a few superstars said goodbye to the Euros once they were eliminated in the Quarterfinals. The likes of Ronaldo, Pepe, Muller, and Neuer are unlikely to play another European championship owing to their age. Toni Kroos on the other hand has now officially retired from professional football after Germany's exit from the competition.