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Germany Secures Last-Minute Victory Against Greece in Euro 2024 Warm-up Clash

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Euro 2024 host Germany staged a thrilling comeback to secure a dramatic 2-1 victory against a resilient Greece side in a crucial warm-up match ahead of the tournament. The match, held at Borussia Park in Moenchengladbach, saw midfielder Pascal Gross emerge as the hero for the German team with a last-minute strike.

The encounter started with an early onslaught from Greece, who created a golden opportunity in the 6th minute, only to be denied by German goalkeeper Manuel Neuer. However, it was Giorgos Masouras who broke the deadlock in the 33rd minute after Neuer’s spill from a rebound following a shot by Christos Tzolis. The first half ended with the visitors leading 1-0.

Reflecting on the shaky performance, German midfielder Toni Kroos acknowledged the team’s mistakes, stating that the second half showed improvement. The Germans equalized in the 55th minute through a deflected shot by Kai Havertz, setting the stage for a thrilling finale.

The intensity heightened as the match progressed, with both teams pushing for a decisive goal. It was substitute Pascal Gross who sealed the victory for Germany with a spectacular long-range effort in the 89th minute.

With the win, Germany now heads into Euro 2024 with a morale-boosting victory, gearing up for their upcoming clash against Scotland. Coach Julian Nagelsmann emphasized the need for sharper performances as they prepare to face tough opponents like Hungary and Switzerland in their group.

Rachel Adams

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