Niclas Fullkrug gave Germany a precious point against Spain as they fight for World Cup survival. Alvaro Morata had put Spain ahead but Germany fought back to remain in contention to reach the last 16 although it is out of their hands heading into the final round of group matches.
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Former champions Spain got their World Cup off to a pulsating start with a record 7-0 win over a shell-shocked Costa Rica, with an early Dani Olmo strike taking his country past the 100 goal mark in soccer’s showpiece event The European giants sought to make their mark in Group E with an unrelenting pursuit of goals against a Costa Rican side that posed no threat, taking the points with ease thanks to Olmo, Gavi, Marco Asensio, Carlos Soler, Alvaro Morata and a brace from Ferran Torres.
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Kylian Mbappe gained redemption for his Euro 2020 disappointment by scoring France’s Nations League-clinching goal in their 2-1 win over Spain, as the final lived up to a week of remarkable drama in the competition. The World Champions once again came from behind to secure a memorable victory.
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Ferran Torres scored a brace as Spain ended Italy’s record breaking unbeaten run to reach the final of the UEFA Nations League. The Manchester City winger gave the Spaniards an early lead at the San Siro, the sending off of Leonardo Bonucci made life easier for the visitors but Lorenzo Pellegrini’s goal made sure it was a tense finish.
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Italy booked their place in the final of Euro 2020 defeating Spain 4-2 on penalties at Wembley. Jorginho held his nerve from the spot after a tense but thrilling game. Federico Chiesa put Italy ahead after an hour but a goal from Alvaro Morata ten minutes from the end forced extra-time.
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