• Latest

EURO 2024: Watkins’ Late Winner Against Netherlands Sends The Three Lions Roaring to Final

1 year ago
Kasozi Rejects Bribery Claims Over UPL Reforms

Kasozi Rejects Bribery Claims Over UPL Reforms

3 hours ago
Chelsea Charged with 74 Rule Breaches Over Agent Payments

Chelsea Charged with 74 Rule Breaches Over Agent Payments

3 hours ago
Cricket Cranes Flagged Off For ICC T20 World Cup Qualifiers

Cricket Cranes Flagged Off For ICC T20 World Cup Qualifiers

7 hours ago
Tokyo Heat Prompts World Athletics to Change Schedule

Tokyo Heat Prompts World Athletics to Change Schedule

7 hours ago
Bugabula Seal Knockout Spot in MTN Busoga Masaza Cup

Bugabula Seal Knockout Spot in MTN Busoga Masaza Cup

10 hours ago
Hatton Fears for Tyson’s Safety in Mayweather Bout

Hatton Fears for Tyson’s Safety in Mayweather Bout

10 hours ago
Kiggundu Ties Nakivubo Project to CAF Safety Demands at Stadium

Kiggundu Ties Nakivubo Project to CAF Safety Demands at Stadium

11 hours ago
Chelsea Hit with Fresh Injury Blows Ahead of Brentford Clash

Chelsea Hit with Fresh Injury Blows Ahead of Brentford Clash

11 hours ago
USSSA Opens Bidding for 2026 Secondary School Championships

USSSA Opens Bidding for 2026 Secondary School Championships

12 hours ago
Yankees Hold Moment of Silence to Honor Slain Activist Charlie Kirk

Yankees Hold Moment of Silence to Honor Slain Activist Charlie Kirk

12 hours ago
  • About
  • Advertise
  • Privacy & Policy
  • Contact
Thursday, September 11, 2025
  • Home
  • Football
  • Rugby
  • Basketball
  • Athletics
  • Boxing
  • Golf
  • Netball
  • Cricket
  • Motorsport
No Result
View All Result
NBS Sport
  • Home
  • Football
  • Rugby
  • Basketball
  • Athletics
  • Boxing
  • Golf
  • Netball
  • Cricket
  • Motorsport
No Result
View All Result
NBS Sport
No Result
View All Result
Home Football

EURO 2024: Watkins’ Late Winner Against Netherlands Sends The Three Lions Roaring to Final

Oscar Diego Mujuni by Oscar Diego Mujuni
July 11, 2024
in Football
0 0
0

Substitute Ollie Watkins’ last-minute goal sent England to their second consecutive European Championship final, defeating the Netherlands 2-1 in a thrilling semi-final at the Signal Iduna Park on Wednesday, July 10th.

The dramatic victory sets up a classic showdown against Spain in the EURO 2024 final at the Olympiastadion in Berlin, as Gareth Southgate’s men look to make history by winning their first title since 1966.

RelatedPosts

Kasozi Rejects Bribery Claims Over UPL Reforms

Chelsea Charged with 74 Rule Breaches Over Agent Payments

Bugabula Seal Knockout Spot in MTN Busoga Masaza Cup

The match began with an electrifying atmosphere, but it was the Netherlands who struck first.

In just the seventh minute, Xavi Simons capitalised on a rare mistake by Declan Rice, dispossessing him and unleashing a stunning 20-yard shot past Jordan Pickford.

The early goal ignited the Oranje faithful, creating a daunting task for England.

Undeterred, England responded swiftly. Harry Kane tested Dutch goalkeeper Bart Verbruggen with a powerful long-range effort before being awarded a controversial penalty.

Denzel Dumfries was adjudged to have fouled Kane in the box, and the England captain coolly converted the spot-kick to equalise in the 18th minute.

This goal made Kane the all-time top scorer in the European Championship knockout stages, surpassing Antoine Griezmann. The Bayern Munich striker has now scored six goals in Euro knockout stages.

The equaliser galvanized England, who dominated the rest of the first half. Phil Foden came close to giving England the lead, only for Dumfries to clear his effort off the line.

At the other end, Dumfries almost turned the game on its head again by heading onto the crossbar.

Then yet again, Foden continued to torment the Dutch defense, hitting the post with a curling left-footed shot from distance. However, f, the first half ended 1-1.

The second half saw a tactical shift as Netherlands manager Ronald Koeman introduced Wout Weghorst to change the dynamics.

England struggled to maintain their first-half momentum, and the Dutch began to assert control. Virgil van Dijk’s header forced a quick reaction save from Pickford, keeping the scores level.

As the match wore on, England found themselves on the back foot. A moment of relief came when Bukayo Saka found the net, but the goal was disallowed for offside.

Southgate then made a bold decision to substitute Foden and Kane for Cole Palmer and Ollie Watkins, a move that proved to be a masterstroke.

With extra time looming, Palmer played a precise low pass to Watkins, who turned sharply and fired a low shot past Verbruggen, sending the English fans into raptures.

The late winner secured England’s place in the final, sparking jubilant scenes on the pitch and in the stands.

For the Netherlands, the defeat marked an end to their hopes of replicating their 1988 Euro triumph. Despite a spirited performance, Koeman’s men fell short to the Three Lions.

England’s victory against the Netherlands was a testament to their resilience and tactical acumen, showcasing their best football of the tournament.

The side that has been largely underwhelming in the tournament is now facing Spain, who have been superb thus far, in the final in Berlin on Sunday, July 14th.

The Three Lions will be aiming to banish the memories of their EURO 2020 final defeat against Italy and claim their first European Championship title.

Southgate’s side has an opportunity to etch their names into history by bringing a major trophy back to England for the first time in 58 years and winning the first major trophy on foreign soil.

Tags: EURO 2024
ShareTweetSendSendShare
Next Post

Kenya Simbas Reveal Final Squad for Rugby Africa Cup in Uganda

Leave a Reply Cancel reply

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

Connect with us

  • 87.1k Followers
  • 23.9k Followers
  • Trending
  • Comments
  • Latest
FIFA Bans Uganda Cranes Captain’s Club

FIFA Bans Uganda Cranes Captain’s Club

November 12, 2024
AFCON 2025 Q: Why Onana Left Namboole Before The Rest Of His Teammates

AFCON 2025 Q: Why Onana Left Namboole Before The Rest Of His Teammates

September 11, 2024
Florentino Perez Singles Out Uganda in Ballon d’Or Voting Criticism

Florentino Perez Singles Out Uganda in Ballon d’Or Voting Criticism

November 24, 2024
Uganda Among 62 Nations Yet to Have a Capped Player in the English Premier League

Uganda Among 62 Nations Yet to Have a Capped Player in the English Premier League

January 29, 2025
Uganda, Kenya, and Tanzania to Co-Host CHAN 2024 in February 2025

Uganda, Kenya, and Tanzania to Co-Host CHAN 2024 in February 2025

8
Kizza Links Up with Ugandan Trio in Egypt

Kizza Links Up with Ugandan Trio in Egypt

5
FUFA Strips KCCA of Points, Suspends Referee Over Rule Violations

FUFA Strips KCCA of Points, Suspends Referee Over Rule Violations

3
CHAN 2024: CAF Unveils New Trophy and Logo Ahead of Draw

Groups Announced for CHAN 2024

3
Kasozi Rejects Bribery Claims Over UPL Reforms

Kasozi Rejects Bribery Claims Over UPL Reforms

September 11, 2025
Chelsea Charged with 74 Rule Breaches Over Agent Payments

Chelsea Charged with 74 Rule Breaches Over Agent Payments

September 11, 2025
Cricket Cranes Flagged Off For ICC T20 World Cup Qualifiers

Cricket Cranes Flagged Off For ICC T20 World Cup Qualifiers

September 11, 2025
Tokyo Heat Prompts World Athletics to Change Schedule

Tokyo Heat Prompts World Athletics to Change Schedule

September 11, 2025

Recommended

Kasozi Rejects Bribery Claims Over UPL Reforms

Kasozi Rejects Bribery Claims Over UPL Reforms

September 11, 2025
Chelsea Charged with 74 Rule Breaches Over Agent Payments

Chelsea Charged with 74 Rule Breaches Over Agent Payments

September 11, 2025
Cricket Cranes Flagged Off For ICC T20 World Cup Qualifiers

Cricket Cranes Flagged Off For ICC T20 World Cup Qualifiers

September 11, 2025
Tokyo Heat Prompts World Athletics to Change Schedule

Tokyo Heat Prompts World Athletics to Change Schedule

September 11, 2025
NBS Sport

© 2022 NBS Sport - Developed and maintained by Hillcom EA.

Navigate Site

  • About
  • Advertise
  • Privacy & Policy
  • Contact

Follow Us

Welcome Back!

Login to your account below

Forgotten Password? Sign Up

Create New Account!

Fill the forms below to register

All fields are required. Log In

Retrieve your password

Please enter your username or email address to reset your password.

Log In
No Result
View All Result
  • Home
  • Football
  • Rugby
  • Basketball
  • Athletics
  • Boxing
  • Golf
  • Netball
  • Cricket
  • Motorsport

© 2022 NBS Sport - Developed and maintained by Hillcom EA.