Germany vs Hungary UEFA Euro 2024 Highlights | Germany become the first to qualify for round of 16

Germany defeated Hungary by 2-0 in the UEFA Euro 2024 Group A fixture to become the first team in the tournament to qualify for the round of 16. Jamal Musiala and Ilkay Gundogan scored the goals for Germany.

Jun 19, 2024, 1:38 PMโ€ข1 min read

Germany vs Hungary UEFA Euro 2024 Highlights | Germany become the first to qualify for round of 16

Hello and welcome to another LIVE coverage of UEFA Euro 2024 cup matches. This is Koushik Biswas who will bring you all the updates on the Germany vs Hungary match on Wednesday at the Stuttgart Arena in Stuttgart. 

Germany are coming from a stunning win 4-1 against Scotland, while Hungary will be coming from a tough defeat against Switzerland in Group A.

Read Also: Germany vs Hungary UEFA Euro 2024 Match Preview, Head-to-head, Possible Lineups and Fantasy XI Prediction

Hungary are unbeaten in their last three encounters against Germany, having drawn 2-2 in the Euro 2020 group stage and 1-1 in the Nations League. But, after a great win against Scotland, the hosts will be confident to rattle to Hungary team in Stuttgart.

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LIVE Updates

Jun 19, 2024, 5:54 PM

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Full time | Germany 2-0 Hungary

Full-time here in Germany as the hosts win their second game of the Euro 2024 and qualify for the next round. It is Jamal Musiala and Gundogan's goals that help them earn full points.

 

Jun 19, 2024, 5:51 PM

90' | 3 minutes added

Three minutes added. 

Jun 19, 2024, 5:49 PM

90' | Chance for Hungary

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Kimmich blocks a shot in the goalline. 

Jun 19, 2024, 5:49 PM

89' | Yellow card

Mittlestad gets the yellow card. 

Jun 19, 2024, 5:47 PM

87' | Change for Hungary

Sallai and Varga are replaced by Csoboth and Gazdag. 

Jun 19, 2024, 5:46 PM

87' | Chance for Germany

Kimmich crosses it in and Fullkrug heads it wide

Jun 19, 2024, 5:44 PM

84' | Change for Germany

Undav replaces Gundogan

Jun 19, 2024, 5:42 PM

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75' | Double change for Hungary

Adam and Nagy replace Kerkez and Bolla.

Jun 19, 2024, 5:34 PM

75' | Gulacsi makes a save

Leroy Sane's effort is excellently saved by Gulacsi. 

Jun 19, 2024, 5:33 PM

72' | Double change for Germany

Can and Fuhrich replace Andrich and Musiala.

Jun 19, 2024, 5:28 PM

67' | Gundogan doubles the lead | GER 2-0 HUN

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The German captain doubles the lead. Rudiger to Musiala to Mittlestad to Gundogan. A brilliant team goal and Germany now lead by 2-0. 

 

Jun 19, 2024, 5:24 PM

64' | Change for Hungary

LรSZLร“ KLEINHEISLER replaces Nagy.

Jun 19, 2024, 5:20 PM

60' | Chance for Hungary

A chance for Hungary as Sallai misses the target with his header. He should score from there. 

Jun 19, 2024, 5:17 PM

58' | Double change for Germany

Havertz and Wrtiz made way for Fullkrug and Sane. 

Jun 19, 2024, 5:15 PM

55' | Svae from Gulacsi

A double save from Gulacsi to deny Gundogan and Kroos. 

Jun 19, 2024, 5:12 PM

50' | Battle of the position

There's not much in the second half so far. Germany looking to wait and play short passes before looking to make an entry to the final third. Meantime, Hungary have been solid in defence but will have to look for the goal to stay in the game.

Jun 19, 2024, 5:05 PM

Second half starts

Hungary starts the proceedings in the second half. 

Jun 19, 2024, 4:51 PM

Half-time | GER 1-0 HUN

Germany still with the lead after a fighting performance from the Hungarian. 

Jun 19, 2024, 4:48 PM

45+2' | Goal for Hungary but offside

Szoboszlai's freekick was on target but Sallai was found to be offside after he headed the ball inside the goal. 

Jun 19, 2024, 4:46 PM

45' | Nearly for Musiala

Nearly the brace for Musiala. Kross finds the space and time to find Musiala on the edge of the box and Musiala makes the turn and shoots the ball to the side net. 

Jun 19, 2024, 4:42 PM

41' | Nearly an own goal

Nearly an own goal from Kerkez as he tried to head the corner away from the goal. But, he nearly had sent the ball inside the goal.

Jun 19, 2024, 4:34 PM

Record for Musiala

At 21 years 119 days old, Musiala has become the third-youngest player to score in two successive EURO matches. Only Wayne Rooney (18y 241d) and Ferenc Bene (21y 114d) achieved the feat at a younger age. - sportzpoint.com

 

At 21 years 119 days old, Musiala has become the third-youngest player to score in two successive EURO matches. Only Wayne Rooney (18y 241d) and Ferenc Bene (21y 114d) achieved the feat at a younger age.

Jun 19, 2024, 4:30 PM

29' | Tah blocks a shot

Brilliant from Tah. Szoboszlai was on target again and Tah came in between to block the shot.

Jun 19, 2024, 4:28 PM

26' | Yellow card

Yellow card for Rudiger. 

Jun 19, 2024, 4:28 PM

26' | Neuer makes a save

Neuer makes a great save as Dominic Szoboszlai hits a rocket free-kick just from outside the box. Outstanding from the German legend. 

Jun 19, 2024, 4:27 PM

23' | Yellow card

Yellow card for Varga.

Jun 19, 2024, 4:26 PM

22' | Germany score | GER 1-0 HUN

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It is Germany's wonderkid Jamal Musiala who scores the first goal for the hosts. Not good from Hungary as a defensive unit. Gundogan won the ball back after nudging the defender down inside the box. And, Musiala took the advantage to score the first of the night. 

A VAR check was done and the goal has been given. Germany 1-0 Hungary. 

Jun 19, 2024, 4:21 PM

19' | Havertz needed to better here

A good spell of play here for the German team. Kroos gives a great pass for Havertz who needed to be a bit delicate with his pass as Gundogan made the run inside the box but could not get a touch to the ball. 

Jun 19, 2024, 4:13 PM

11' | Chance for Germany

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Chance for Havertz who got the better of Orban on the right and tried to flick the ball over the goalie. But, Gulacsi was good enough to get a touch to deny him. Corner for Germany.

Jun 19, 2024, 4:11 PM

Team Hungary

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Jun 19, 2024, 4:09 PM

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A nervy start for Neuer

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Jun 19, 2024, 4:03 PM

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1' | Early scare for Germany

Nearly for Hungary. Early scare for Germany. 

Jun 19, 2024, 4:01 PM

Kick off

Germany kicks things off!

Jun 19, 2024, 3:32 PM

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Lineups

Jun 19, 2024, 3:10 PM

What happened in the last match?

Germany: Defeated Scotland by 4-1

Hungary: Lost against Switzerland by 1-3

Jun 19, 2024, 3:09 PM

Germany vs Hungary: Head-to-Head stats

Matches Germany Draw Hungary
8 3 2 3

 

Jun 19, 2024, 3:07 PM

Tonight's venue

Germany vs Hungary UEFA Euro 2024 Venue

The Stuttgart Arena is the sixth largest football stadium in Germany and has a seating capacity of 54,272 seats for any FIFA match.

Jun 19, 2024, 3:05 PM

How to watch the match?

The Live streaming of the match between Germany and Hungary will be on the Sony Liv app. The Germany vs Hungary football match will also be telecast live on the Sony Sports TV network in India.

Jun 19, 2024, 3:02 PM

Match details

Match: Germany vs Hungary

Tournament: UEFA Euro 2024, Group A

Date: 19 June 202

Time: 9.30 pm IST

Venue: Stuttgart Arena

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Substitutions that changed the football history

From Gareth Bale to Mario Gotze, there have been many instances of substitutions that changed football history. In this article, Sportzpoint explores those legendary substitutions.

Nov 13, 2024, 1:40 PMโ€ข6 min read

Substitutions that changed the football history

Players who earn a place in the starting eleven crash into the headlines mostly, but those who come off the bench are never insignificant. Depending on the situation and for various other tactical and strategic moves, substitute players can make huge differences when things start getting tough on the pitch. 

Sportzpoint explores the greatest substitutions that changed the football history and remained folkloric.

Mario Gotze

(Germany vs Argentina, FIFA World Cup Final 2014)

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Mario Gotze lived the dream of every footballer back in 2014 when he scored the only goal against Argentina in the Final to take Germany to their fourth World Cup glory

Gotze came off the bench replacing the legendary Miroslav Klose, only two minutes before the full-time whistle but the game ended goalless. However, in the 113 minute of AET, Gotze received Schurrle's pass on the left and from a close range to the goal; and his left-footed strike fooled Argentina keeper Romero to end up in the goal. 

Argentina could not bounce back from this late setback and Germany lifted the World Cup 2014. Mario Gotze's substitution remained one of the most impactful in the history of football. 

Gareth Bale

(Real Madrid vs Liverpool, UCL Final 2017-18)

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Gareth Bale admitted in an interview with FourFourTwo that he was very frustrated after not getting a start for Real Madrid in the 2017-18 UCL Final against Liverpool. However, Bale's fallout with Real Madrid's then-manager Zinedine Zidane led us to experience one of the greatest substitutions in the Champions League's history.

After a goalless first half, Karim Benzema opened the scoring in the 51st minute; but Sadio Mane only took 4 minutes to equalize for Liverpool. In the 61st minute, Bale replaced Isco but who would have thought that the Welshman was going to rewrite history and all by himself? 

Only 3 minutes after Bale came on, Marcelo's cross found him in the box and Bale produced an acrobatic overhead volley, and the ball ended up in the net. Bale sealed the victory for Madrid in the 83rd minute with a rocketed strike which made Liverpool keeper Karius fumble and the ball went inside. Coming off the bench, Gareth Bale scored this heroic brace to lead Real Madrid to win their third consecutive UCL title.

Eder

(Portugal vs France, EURO 2016 Final)

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Eder became an overnight sensation after slotting a late strike to win Portugal the EURO 2016, their first-ever major trophy in history

France and Portugal both wasted opportunities in the full-time but things became very wrong for Portugal way before. In the 25th minute, the talisman Cristiano Ronaldo faced a rough challenge from Dimitri Payet, and he was subbed off injured. However, Eder came off the bench in the 79th minute of the Final but the 90-minute of play ended in a stalemate of a 0-0 scoreline.

But it was Eder, who only played 13 minutes in the tournament, stepped up and broke the deadlock to score the only goal in the final in the 109th minute. France could not produce a comeback as Portugal and Cristiano Ronaldo lifted their first-ever major international trophy.

Ilkay Gundogan

(Manchester City vs Aston Villa, 2021-22 Premier League)

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It was a neck-to-neck battle between Manchester City and Liverpool in the 2021-22 Premier League title race. Before heading into the last matchday on 22 May 2022, Manchester City was atop the table with 90 points in 37 matches and Liverpool was positioned just behind with 89 points in the same number of games.

Manchester City was set to face Aston Villa in the last match of the season and a win would ensure their fourth consecutive PL title. However, things did not go as planned for Pep Guardiola's men as Matty Cash scored for Villa in the 37th minute, and Philippe Coutinho extended the lead in the 69th minute. Coincidentally, Ilkay Gundogan replaced Bernardo Silva just one minute before Villa's second goal. Man City's title contender Liverpool was playing Wolves at the same time and they were held to a 1-1 draw after 70 minutes.

What happened afterward will always be written in golden words in the Premier League's history. It was Ilkay Gundogan who scored City's first goal in the 76th minute as his powerful header went in. Just two minutes later, Rodri placed a powerful strike to level the scoreline by 2-2 and City was back on top of the table.

It did not take much time for Gundogan to score his second and City's third as he put the ball inside with a close-range tap-in to almost win the league for City! The match eventually ended as City won the game by 3-2 and clinched their fourth consecutive PL title, all thanks to the German's magic after coming off the bench. 

Teddy Sheringham and Ole Gunnar Solskjaer 

(Manchester United vs Bayern Munich, 1998-99 UCL Final)

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The world witnessed one of the greatest UCL finals ever on 27 May 1999 when Manchester United and Bayern Munich faced off for the coveted glory. Manchester United won the game by 2-1 in such an otherworldly manner that it still mesmerizes the next generation, and everything happened because of two substitute players, Teddy Sheringham and Ole Gunnar Solskjaer

Bayern Munich took an early by scoring in the 6th minute of the match. Manchester United could not break the deadlock and headed into the break trailing 0-1. Teddy Sheringham replaced Jesper Blomqvist in the 67th minute and Solskjaer was brought in by Sir Alex Ferguson to replace Andy Cole in the 81st minute. 

The game was in favour of Bayern even after 90 minutes but Sheringham slotted the ball home in just one minute into the injury time to equalize for the Red Devils. Solskjaer achieved the final glory with a simple tap-in only after two minutes, and thus the two substitutes led United to the Champions League victory.

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Players with most assists in international football

From Lionel Messi to Cristiano Ronaldo, Sportzpoint brings you names of the top 10 footballers who have provided the most assists in international football history.

Oct 18, 2024, 6:07 AMโ€ข7 min read

Players with most assists in international football

Both in international and club football, goals often steal the limelight but in most cases, the orchestration that creates the pathway of a goal is an assist from a teammate. Every player plays very less international matches compared to club games and that is why it is tougher to accumulate a huge number of goals and assists in international football.

There are some players whose longevity, creativity, and passion for the game let them enter the chart of the players with most assists in international football. Let's look at the list consisting of the top 10 players. 

10. David Beckham - 36 Assists

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David Beckham (Image Courtsey | RTE)

The British football sensation, David Beckham made his debut with the England national team in 1996 and made 115 appearances before retiring from international football in May 2013.

Beckham was the Ballon d'Or Runner-up in 1999 and he was named English Player of the Year in 2003. In 2008, the FA enlisted him in the English Football Hall of Fame.  

Along with 17 international goals, Beckham also made 36 assists which makes him 10th in the list. 

9. Mesut Ozil - 40 Assists

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Mesut Ozil (Image Courtesy | Sporting News)

One of the greatest playmakers the game has ever witnessed, Mesut Ozil debuted in 2009 for the Germany national team. Ozil played in three world cups with Germany and won the coveted trophy in 2014. 

Ozil retired from international football as a form of protest after Germany crashed out of the group stage in the 2018 World Cup and the DFB President Grindel accused him of racism. However, Ozil won the German Player of the Year Award 5 times in 2011, 2012, 2013, 2015, and 2016.

Before retiring, Ozil already made 92 appearances for Germany and had 40 assists by his name. 

8. Pele - 47 Assists*

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Pele (Image Courtesy | FIFPro)

Arguably one of the greatest footballers of all time, Pele debuted for the Brazil national team at the age of 16 in 1957 in a friendly against Argentina. He lifted three World Cups (formerly known as the Jules Rimet Trophy) for Brazil in 1958, 1962, and 1970 which is a Guinness record for the most World Cup wins by a single player.

The TIME named him as the greatest footballer of the 20th century and Reuters named him as the Greatest athlete of the century in 1999. 

According to some estimated data, Pele made 92 appearances for Brazil and he provided 47 assists before retiring from international football in 1977. 

7. Cristiano Ronaldo - 47 Assists

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Cristiano Ronaldo (Image Courtesy | Eurosport)

One of the most influential athletes of the 21st century and considered one of the greatest footballers ever, Cristiano Ronaldo debuted in the Portugal national team in 2003 and made a significant effect in Portuguese football for almost 22 years. 

Winning the EURO 2016 and UEFA Nations League 2018-19 for Portugal, the five-time Ballon winner established himself as the greatest Portuguese footballer of all-time.

Cristiano is now the captain of the national team and he has made 216 appearances for Portugal so far. He is the highest goalscorer ever in the history of international football as well with 133 goals by his name. Besides his brilliant goalscoring prowess, Ronaldo has also made 47 assists in international matches so far.

6. Kevin De Bruyne - 49 Assists

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Kevin De Bruyne (Image Courtesy | Goal.com)

Kevin De Bruyne is one of the finest midfielders of this generation for his exquisite playmaking ability and skillful display on the pitch. He is considered one of the greatest Belgian footballers ever and he was a very crucial part of the famous Golden Generation of Belgium. 

He was a memorable part of the Belgium squad that finished third in the 2018 World Cup and was included in the official 2018 WC Dream Team.

The 33-year-old midfielder made his Belgium senior team debut in 2010 and has made 107 appearances so far. During this journey, De Bruyne has provided 49 assists as of now.  

5. Sandor Kocsis - 50 Assists*

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Sandor Kocsis (Image Courtesy | Goal.com)

The Hungarian forward Sandor Peter Kocsis stands fifth on the list. Kocsis debuted for the Hungary national team in 1948 at the age of 18 and played almost 70 matches before retiring in 1966. 

Kocsis was the highest goalscorer in the 1954 World Cup with 11 goals including two hat-tricks. He also scored 6 goals for the Hungary national team in the 1952 Helsinki Olympics and led them to win the Gold medal.

According to estimated data sources, Sandor Kocsis scored 75 goals for the national team and he also made 50 assists in international football.

4. Ferenc Puskรกs - 53 Assists*

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Ferenc Puskas (Image Courtesy | Facts.net)

Another Hungarian, and probably the greatest Hungarian footballer ever, Ferenc Puskรกs made his debut for the Hungary national team in 1945. He played 85 games for the national team and scored 84 goals. 

Puskรกs was another crucial part of the Hungary team that won the Gold medal in the 1952 Helsinki Olympics as he scored 4 goals in that tournament. Puskรกs also scored 4 goals in the 1954 World Cup including the opening goal in the final but Hungary lost to West Germany by 2-3. 

Puskรกs also played for the Spain national team for 4 times. He was named European Player of the 20th Century by L'Equipe. 

Before retiring from football in 1966, Puskรกs had 53 assists by his name. 

3. Lionel Messi - 57 Assists

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Lionel Messi (Image Courtesy | Agencia EFE)

Arguably considered the greatest footballer ever, Lionel Messi is both one of the best goalscorers and playmakers to ever grace the game. Debuting in 2005, Lionel Messi has made 189 appearances for the Argentina national team so far. 

Messi's greatest honour with the national team came in 2022 when he led Argentina to win the 2022 World Cup, and he was named the Best Player of the Tournament. Messi is the only player to win two Golden Ball awards in 2014 and 2022. 

The record 8-time Ballon winner also won two Copa Americas with Argentina, consecutively in 2021 and 2024. 

With 112 goals for the national team, he also made 57 assists in international games and he will surely surpass the toppers of the list in his remaining appearances for Argentina. 

2. Neymar Jr. - 58 Assists

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Neymar Jr. (Image Courtesy | CNN)

The greatest Brazilian footballer of this generation, Neymar Jr. is another forward whose display is not only exquisite in goalscoring but also in playmaking. 

Neymar Jr. made his debut with the Brazilian national team in 2010 and won the Golden Ball for being selected as the best player of the tournament in Brazil's Confederations Cup triumph in 2013. He scored 4 goals and made 2 assists in 5 matches in that tournament.

However, after suffering a horrendous injury in the 2014 World Cup, Neymar led the Brazil team to win the Olympics Gold on home soil in the 2016 Rio Olympics. 

Neymar is also the all-time highest goalscorer of Brazil's national football team with 79 goals by his name. Neymar is tied with the leader on this list with his 58 assists in 129 international appearances but he will surely clinch the top spot in his remaining career. 

1. Landon Donovan - 58 Assists

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Landon Donovan (Image Source| X)

The USMNT footballing legend is the leader in this list which may shock some but does not demean his excellence. Landon Donovan is considered the greatest footballer the USMNT has ever had. Making his debut in 2000 for the USMNT, he made 157 appearances before retiring from international football in 2014. 

Landon Donovan appeared in 3 editions of the World Cup and scored 5 goals in 12 World Cup appearances. He also won 4 CONCACAF Gold Cups with USMNT in 2002, 2005, 2007, and 2013. After his retirement, Donovan was named as the greatest-ever USMNT player by The Guardian.

Landon Donovan is still atop the list with 58 international assists by his name. 

NB: In case of starred (*) players, there are no authentic records, and their stats are mostly estimated by various sources. 

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Germany vs Netherlands UEFA Nations League: Where to watch, Previous records, Head-to-head stats

Catch all the details and head-to-head stats with previous records ahead of tonight's football match between Germany and the Netherlands in the UEFA Nations League.

Oct 14, 2024, 10:34 AMโ€ข3 min read

(Image Courtesy | Bavarian Football Works)

Germany is going to take on the Netherlands in a scintillating clash in the UEFA Nations League group game tonight, scheduled to kick off at 12:15 AM IST on 15 October 2024. The two teams will set their foot in the iconic Allianz Arena Stadium in Munich where the German home crowd will welcome the visitors, the Dutch brigade.

Currently standing on the top of Nations League Group A3 with 7 points earned in 3 matches so far, Germany will face the second-placed Netherlands who are at 5 points in the same amout of matches played.

Germany will utilize their home advantage in this match after a smooth away victory by 2-1 against Bosnia & Herzegovina. Deniz Undav scored a brace and now has scored 3 goals in his two Nations League outings for Germany.

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Germany team photo against Bosnia on 12 October 2024 (Image Source | X)

On the other hand, the Netherlands faced an unexpected result in their last game against Hungary, managing a frustrating 1-1 away draw after Denzel Dumfries scored in the 83rd minute to save the day for the Dutch. 

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Netherlands team photo against Hungary on 12 October 2024 (Image Source | X)

Match Details

Match: Germany vs Netherlands 

Date: 15 October 2024

Time: 12:15 AM IST

Venue: Allianz Arena, Munich, Germany 

Streaming Details

Indian viewers can stream the game live on the SonyLIV app and website. The TV broadcast will be on Sony Sports Network channels.

Head-to-head Stats (Since 2004)

Matches Played: 12

Germany wins: 4

Netherlands wins: 2

Draws: 6

Previous Records 

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Deniz Undav scored the equalizer for Germany in their last meeting against the Netherlands in September 2024.

Since the 2004 EURO, Germany and Netherlands have faced each other 12 times over almost 20 years. Germany emerged victorious 4 times while Netherlands snatched the win 2 times. In their last face-off on 11th September 2024, Germany held a 2-2 against Netherlands in the same clash in the UEFA Nations League. 

Here are the previous records between these two teams since EURO 2004:

Year  Tournament  Winning Team  Losing Team  Scoreline 
2004 EURO 2004 1-1
2005 Friendly 2-2
2011 Friendly Germany  Netherlands 3-0
2012 EURO 2012 Germany  Netherlands 2-1
2012 Friendly 0-0
2018 UEFA Nations League 2018-'19 Netherlands Germany  3-0
2018 UEFA Nations League 2018-'19 2-2
2019 European Qualifiers  Germany Netherlands 3-2
2019 European Qualifiers  Netherlands Germany 4-2
2022 Friendly 1-1
2024 Friendly Germany Netherlands 2-1
2024 UEFA Nations League 2024-'25 2-2

 

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What New Sports Rules Have Been Introduced in Major Sports This Year?

From the new penalty rule to Rugby's new kick-off rule, here are some of the most notable changes in sports rules introduced across football, baseball, soccer, cricket, rugby, and more this year.

Aug 22, 2024, 10:13 AMโ€ข4 min read

What New Sports Rules Have Been Introduced in Major Sports This Year?

Sports governing bodies are constantly tweaking the rules of play to enhance competition, player safety, and fan experience. Several major leagues rolled out impactful new regulations for the 2024 season. Let's explore some of the most notable changes in sports rules introduced across football, baseball, soccer, cricket, rugby, and more this year.

New Kickoff Format in the NFL

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The NFL overhauled its kickoff rules for 2024 in an effort to improve safety and boost excitement. Kickoffs now feature a "landing zone" between the receiving team's goal line and 20-yard line. Aside from the kicker, the kicking team lines up 5 yards apart at the receiving team's 40-yard line. They can't move until the ball is caught or hits the ground.

This setup encourages more returns while reducing high-speed collisions that commonly cause concussions. Additional changes allow creative onside kick attempts in the 4th quarter. So far, the revamped kickoffs have been well-received. Returns are up, injuries are down, and fans are enjoying the intriguing strategic implications.

Fewer 100-Minute Matches at Euro 2024

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Football matches stretching well over 100 minutes due to excessive injury time were commonplace at the 2022 World Cup. But Europe's governing body UEFA took a different approach for its 2024 European Championship tournament. Rather than meticulously adding on every second lost to celebrations and subs, referees focused on restarting play quickly.

As a result, Euro 2024 matches adhered much closer to 90 minutes on average. Only captains could speak to referees, reducing dissent. VAR explanations were also displayed on stadium screens to improve transparency. While some fans missed the added drama, others appreciated UEFA reining in meandering matches.

Read Also | Top Five youngest scorers in UEFA Euro history 

New Pace-of-Play Rules in Major League Baseball

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MLB introduced several subtle but impactful rule tweaks for 2024 designed to improve pace-of-play. The pitch timer was reduced from 20 to 18 seconds with runners on base, attempting to claw back some of the time increase observed over the course of last season.

Mound visits were reduced from 5 to 4 per team. Pitching changes now shave 15 seconds off the between-innings timer. Circumvention tactics like delaying the pitcher's arrival to the mound and meeting the umpire before he places the ball in play are now prohibited.

While games still averaged nearly 3 hours, these changes represent MLB's continued efforts to combat dead time. Fans have responded positively to the increased flow and action.

MLB also issued new guidance aimed at reducing unsafe blocking of bases. Players will be called for obstruction if they position themselves to impede a runner's path before receiving the ball. This protects baserunners while encouraging aggressive base-running.

New Penalty Law in English Football

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One of the most discussed rule changes in English football this season regards penalties. IFAB clarified that referees should not automatically show a yellow card to players who commit handball and concede a penalty. This gives referees more flexibility when interpreting intent on handballs.

The aim is to only caution players for deliberate, tactical fouls. Inadvertent handballs leading to penalties should not draw a booking. This nuanced approach has received praise for balancing fairness and common sense application of the rules. Those who take advantage of a free bet offer from Kwiff and bet on bookings will need to bear this new rule in mind.

Read Also | Like umpire's call, Premier League introduces referee's call: Here are all the new things you will see in Premier League this season 

More Points for Drawn Matches in County Cricket

New Cricket Rules: What New Rules Have Been Introduced in Major Sports This Year? - sportzpoint.com

In the 2024 County Championship cricket tournament, a drawn match will now be rewarded with 8 points for each county. This is increased from 5 points for a draw last season. The aim is to better incentivise teams to bat long while still pushing for victory.

With batting bonus points unchanged, the tweaked draw points system should encourage high-quality pitches and competitive multi-day cricket.

New Offside Law in Rugby

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World Rugby introduced a law change regarding offside in front of a kicker for 2024. Previously, a player could be deemed onside if the opposing catcher ran 5 meters or passed the ball after fielding a kick. The new law removes these allowances, requiring offside players to actively work to get onside rather than remaining stationary. This should reduce "kick tennis" stalemates and improve flow.

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Spain vs England UEFA Euro 2024 Final Highlights: Spain beat England by 2-1 to become the most successful team in Euro history

Go through the Spain vs England UEFA Euro 2024 Final Highlights as Spain defeated England by 2-1 to become the most successful team in Euro history with their fourth title. Rodri won the Player of the Tournament award.

Jul 14, 2024, 12:16 PMโ€ข1 min read

Spain clinched the Euro 2024 title. | Image: UEFA

Hello and Welcome to SportzPoint for another UEFA Euro 2024 Live. The Final between Spain and England will kick off at 12.30 am IST. Stay tuned for all the live updates. We will see Real Madrid sensation Jude Bellingham representing his nation England against Barcelona talent Lamine Yamal's Spain in Berlin.

Read Also: Spain vs England UEFA Euro 2024 Final Match Preview, Head-to-head, Possible Lineups and Fantasy XI Prediction

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Jul 14, 2024, 9:37 PM

Champions for a record fourth time

Spain vs England UEFA Euro 2024 Final Highlights: Spain beat England by 2-1 to become the most successful team Euro history - sportzpoint.com

Jul 14, 2024, 9:32 PM

Dani Olmo wins the Golden Boot Award

Dani Olmo wins the Golden Boot Award of EURO 2024 - sportzpoint.comm

Jul 14, 2024, 9:18 PM

Two back-to-back final finish for England

Jul 14, 2024, 9:10 PM

Rodri wins the player of the tournament

Euro 2024 Awards - Rodri won the player of the tournament award - sportzpoint.com

 

Rodri wins the player of the tournament for his brilliant performance in the back.

Jul 14, 2024, 9:10 PM

Lamine Yamal wins the young player of the tournament!

Who else than him? 4 assists and 1 goal, Lamine Yamal wins the young player of the tournament!

Lamine Yamal won the Young Player of the tournament of Euro 2024 - sportzpoint.com

Jul 14, 2024, 8:54 PM

Full time | Spain 2-1 England

SPAIN ARE THE EURO 2024 CHAMPIONS. PLAYED SEVEN, WON SEVEN! THE MOST SUCCESSFUL TEAM EURO HISTORY!

 

Jul 14, 2024, 8:51 PM

90+2' | Yellow card

Yellow card for Ollie Watkins.

Jul 14, 2024, 8:51 PM

90' | 4 added minutes

4 minutes added as injury time.

Jul 14, 2024, 8:50 PM

90' | Double save from Spain

Simon first punched away Declan Rice's header. The round shot from Guehi is then headed away by Olmo. 

Jul 14, 2024, 8:48 PM

89' | Change for Spain and England

Merino comes in for Yamal and Toney comes in for Foden.

Jul 14, 2024, 8:46 PM

86' | Oyarzabal scores for Spain | ESP 2-1 ENG

Oyarzabal scores for Spain. Brilliant from Cucurella to find Oyarzabal on the run from the left and he snubs the ball in to give Spain the lead.

Jul 14, 2024, 8:43 PM

83' | Nacho comes in for Spain

Nacho replaces Le Normand for Spain.

Jul 14, 2024, 8:41 PM

82' | Pickford makes another save

Pickford denied Lamine Yamal twice in the second half - sportzpoint.com

 

Pickford with an important save again. He denies Lamine Yamal again. The Spanish star would be disappointed with this one.

Jul 14, 2024, 8:40 PM

You will never know this now; at least in this tournament

Jul 14, 2024, 8:39 PM

The Game of Youth

Jul 14, 2024, 8:34 PM

73' | Cole Palmer scores | ESP 1-1 ENG

Spain vs England UEFA Euro 2024 Final Live Updates | Cole Palmer equalises for England; ESP 1-1 ENG - sportzpoint.com

 

Cole Palmer scores and equalises for England. It is in these moments that England have found the spark. Off the bench, and with the support, Palmer shoots from a Jude Bellingham cutback and finds the back of the net. It is 1-1!

 

Game on!

Jul 14, 2024, 8:32 PM

72' | Easy grab for Pickford

Easy grab for Pickford and Oyarzabal did not have the angle to beat him on the left.

Jul 14, 2024, 8:30 PM

71' | Laporte with an important clarence

Chance for England with Saka making the moves on the right. He had Carvajal under pressures and had beaten him on the ball but Laporte cleared out the danger for Spain.

Jul 14, 2024, 8:29 PM

70' | Mainoo is replaced

Mainoo is replaced by Palmer.

Jul 14, 2024, 8:26 PM

67' | Morata is replaced

Oyarzabal replaces the Spanish captain Alvaro Morata.

Jul 14, 2024, 8:26 PM

66' | Pickford makes a save

Brilliant and huge from Pickford. He dives to his left to deny Lamine Yamal. It was going for the goal. Exciting, direct football from Spain. They are going for that second goal.

Jul 14, 2024, 8:24 PM

What a pair

Jul 14, 2024, 8:23 PM

64' | Bellingham misses the target

Bellingham makes a stunning turn to get the better of Carvajal but the bending shot did not end up where is was looking for. It goes for a goal kick. Good spell of football for England fans.

Jul 14, 2024, 8:22 PM

Yes, England have won it after falling behind

Jul 14, 2024, 8:21 PM

Williams-Neymar Jr.

Jul 14, 2024, 8:20 PM

61' | Harry Kane is replaced

The England captain is replaced by Ollie Watkins. 

Jul 14, 2024, 8:16 PM

56' | Flood of attacks from Spain

First Morata's shot was blocked by Guehi and then he missed the target with his left foot. Minutes later, Nico Williams missed the target from edge of the box with a shot from left foot.

Jul 14, 2024, 8:14 PM

Match Summary

First half: No goals from either team; 8 shots altogether 

 

Second Half: 

46' | Injured Rodri is replaced by Zubimendi.

47' | Nico Williams scores for Spain; ESP 1-0 ENG.

66' | Pickford denies Yamal

73' | Equaliser from Plamer; ESP 1-1 ENG.

82' | Pickford denies Yamal, again

86' | Oyarzabal scores for Spain; ESP 2-1 ENG.

90' | Double save from Spain

Jul 14, 2024, 8:12 PM

53' | Yellow card

Yellow card for John Stones for a foul on Zubimendi.

Jul 14, 2024, 8:12 PM

49' | Williams misses the target

Another chance for Spain. However, the joint-top scorer of the tournament could not keep the ball on target.

Jul 14, 2024, 8:08 PM

47' | Nico Williams scores for Spain | ESP 1-0 ENG

Spain vs England UEFA Euro 2024 Final Live Updates | Nico Williams scores for Spain; ESP 1-0 ENG - sportzpoint.com

 

Cool and calm finish from the boy from Bilbao. He draws the first blood in the game. Ruiz found Carvajal on the right who flicked the ball to Lamine Yamal. Yamal, upon making an entry to the final third, made the cross to Nico on the far end and Nico did the rest to find the low corner of the far post.

 

Spain lead. 

Jul 14, 2024, 8:05 PM

46' | Rodri injured and is replaced

Unfortunate for the Spanish defender as he is replaced by Zubimendi.

Jul 14, 2024, 7:49 PM

First half | Spain 0-0 England

The first half finishes goalless as both teams failed to have a crack at the opponent's goals. Though Spain had the better possession and played more passes, England tried to find their way with counterattacks. But, both teams lacked the final spark at the top of the box.

 

 

Jul 14, 2024, 7:47 PM

45+1' | Save from Simon

The first shot on target from England as Phil Foden stretched out his left leg to deflect the corner form Declan Rice. Calm Simon makes the grab.

Jul 14, 2024, 7:46 PM

45' | Rodri blocks a shot from Kane

Who else? Rodri, the leader in the back blocks a shot from Harry Kane. Clever play from Jude on the left to find Kane in the middle. The rebound ball had found Kyle Walker but Nico Williams fouled him to stop the attack.

Jul 14, 2024, 7:44 PM

42' | Guehi blocks Morata

Morata received a great pass from Ruiz and tried to enter the final yard from the left. However, Guehi guarded him with his back while Stones cleared out the ball for a Spain corner.

Jul 14, 2024, 7:43 PM

41' | Spain are winning the ball back

Every time England have won the ball and tried to make something out of it, Spain have been great at winning the ball back. Cucurella specially have been great with that for them.

Jul 14, 2024, 7:38 PM

36' | Williams misses the target

Sapin have been very patient before making the final pass or the cross. After spanning quite a few minutes on the ball with a pass from right to left, Williams received the ball from Laporte. But, his final cross for Alvaro Morata, who was waiting in the box, is very long.

Jul 14, 2024, 7:35 PM

34' | Shaw wins the Yamal battle, again

Luke Shaw got the better of young Lamine Yamal as the 17 year old tried to make an entry from the right but Shaw had him marked and sent the ball for a corner before he could make the cross.

Jul 14, 2024, 7:31 PM

31' | Yellow card

Dani Olmo is cautioned by the referee for a foul on Declan Rice. He caught Rice right on the mid-rif with his boot.

Jul 14, 2024, 7:29 PM

Carvajal mocks Saka

Jul 14, 2024, 7:28 PM

26' | England looking to counter attack

England looking to take advantage of the high-pressing game by Spain and going for counterattacks. With Luke Shaw making a run on the left and then dribbling over Carvajal, they had a great chance of making it a serious threat. However, he could not get the first touch the way he was looking for, he had to cut back to Kane, who could not get his shot right. 

 

Cucurella cleared the ball out of danger for Spain.

Jul 14, 2024, 7:26 PM

25' | Yellow card

England captain Harry Kane gets a caution for a foul on Fabian Ruiz, the first of the night.

Jul 14, 2024, 7:23 PM

Le Normand tried a Bellingham there

Spain vs England UEFA Euro 2024 Final Live Updates - Le Normand tried a Bellingham - sportzpoint.com

Jul 14, 2024, 7:19 PM

Still the defending champions

Jul 14, 2024, 7:16 PM

15' | Laporte with the block

First attack from England with Luke Shaw making the overlap on the right after receiving the ball from Saka. However, his cross for Jude in the middle is blocked by Laporte. First corner for England.

Jul 14, 2024, 7:12 PM

12' | Stones with a block

Spain vs England UEFA Euro 2024 Final Live Updates - Stones blocks Nico's cross - sportzpoint.com

 

Nico Williams, after having the space on the left, entered the box. However, his cross is blocked by a sliding John Stones.

Jul 14, 2024, 7:11 PM

10' | Rodri catches Jude

Rodri, a bit late on the ball, catches Jude Bellingham in the left side on the middle of the pitch. A free-kick for England but Guehi's foul nullified the attack for them. 

 

Spain still enjoying more possession with better passes.

Jul 14, 2024, 7:09 PM

Legends in the house

Jul 14, 2024, 7:07 PM

Team England

Jul 14, 2024, 7:07 PM

Team Spain

Jul 14, 2024, 7:05 PM

5' | First corner for Spain

Nico Williams' weak cross from the right is partially negotiated by Stones. It goes for a corner. Spain, just like the whole tournament are pressing very high.

Jul 14, 2024, 7:04 PM

2' | Shaw and Carvajal are in action early in the game

Spain vs England UEFA Euro 2024 Final Live Updates | Spain enjoying some early possessions; ESP 0-0 ENG

 

Both Shaw and Carvajal are coming in the final after missing out in the last game. Shaw, who has been making his Euro 2024 debut, won the ball in England's half. Meantime, Carvajal, who had to miss the semis due to card issues, won the ball back from Shaw on the byline.

Jul 14, 2024, 7:00 PM

1' | Kickoff

England get things underway.

Jul 14, 2024, 6:59 PM

Anthems are done

We are ready to go! Packed stadium, a brilliant atmosphere with Royalty in the house.

Jul 14, 2024, 6:46 PM

Warmups done

Jul 14, 2024, 6:43 PM

Teenage sensations

Jul 14, 2024, 6:32 PM

Will Jude find the back of the net tonight?

Spain vs England UEFA Euro 2024 Final Live Updates - Jude Bellingham

Jul 14, 2024, 6:29 PM

Warmups are nearly done

Spain vs England UEFA Euro 2024 Final Live Updates - Unai Simon - sportzpoint.com

Jul 14, 2024, 6:27 PM

Marc Cucurella before the final

"It's very special to be here, to start in a European Championship final. We have worked very hard โ€“ not only me but the team too and we deserve to be here today. This is a night where we will try hard to win but also to enjoy the game."

Jul 14, 2024, 6:26 PM

Southgate before the final

"A huge amount of resilience. We've found ways to win. The end of the games have been ours. Any team that scores late goals, it's a good sign. That's helped breed confidence and belief in the group."

Jul 14, 2024, 6:24 PM

Starboy!

Jul 14, 2024, 6:15 PM

Locked in!

Jul 14, 2024, 6:13 PM

They are here!

Jul 14, 2024, 6:13 PM

Carlos Alcaraz has done his job; now it is up to Spain

Jul 14, 2024, 6:05 PM

Look into the dressing room

Jul 14, 2024, 6:03 PM

Spain vs England: Lineups

Spain: Unai Simon, Carvajal, Le Nornmand, Laporte, Cucurella, Rodri, Fabian Ruiz, Yamal, Olmo, Williams, Morata

England: Pickford, Walkers, Stones, Guehi, Saka, Mainoo, Rice, Shaw, Foden, Bellingham, Kane

 

Jul 14, 2024, 5:39 PM

How many trophies Spain won in international football?

Spain 2012 UEFA Euro 2012 Champion

 

Till now, Spain have won five major international trophies. From 2008 to 2012, they won three back-to-back trophies with the 2008 and 2012 Euros and 2010 FIFA World Cup. Before that, they had won their first European Championship in 1968 and later won the UEFA Nations League once in 2013 as well.

Read about their success in international football so far.

Jul 14, 2024, 5:34 PM

How many trophies England have won so far?

Jul 14, 2024, 5:30 PM

This is what both teams are fighting for!

Spain vs England UEFA Euro 2024 Final Live Updates - Euro 2024 Trophy - sportzpoint.com

Jul 14, 2024, 5:27 PM

What happened when last time these two teams meet?

Raheem Sterling finds redemption on glory night for Gareth Southgate and  young England in Spain

 

The last time these two teams met, Raheem Sterling scored a stunning brace while Marcus Rashford scored once for England to hand them a 3-2 win over Spain in the UEFA Nations League 2018 Group match. 

Jul 14, 2024, 5:18 PM

Biggest night of the season

Thank you, Abhishek, for all the details and pre-story of the match. This is Koushik Biswas, who will take you through all the updates of the game from here on.

Jul 14, 2024, 12:22 PM

Possible XIs

Spain's possible starting lineup:

Simon; Carvajal, Le Normand, Laporte, Cucurella; Olmo, Rodri, Ruiz: Yamal, Morata, Williams

England's possible starting lineup:

Pickford; Walker, Guehi, Stones, Trippier; Bellingham, Mainoo, Rice; Foden, Kane, Saka

Jul 14, 2024, 12:22 PM

Spain vs England: Head-to-Head stats

  • Matches Played: 27
  • Spain won: 10
  • England won: 14
  • Draws: 3

Jul 14, 2024, 12:21 PM

Venue of the UEFA Euro 2024 Final

Spain vs England UEFA Euro 2024 Final Venue

Jul 14, 2024, 12:19 PM

Match Details

  • Match: Spain vs England - UEFA Euro 2024 Final

  • Date: 15/7/2024

  • Time: 12:30 am (IST)

  • Venue: Olympiastadion Berlin, Germany

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