Germany’s Toni Kroos Injures Spain’s Pedri in Euros Clash: Horror Challenge Sparks Controversy

Germany midfielder Toni Kroos delivered a contentious challenge early in the quarterfinal clash between Germany and Spain at the Euros, resulting in an injury to FC Barcelona and Spain star Pedri. The incident, occurring in the fourth minute of the highly anticipated match, sparked immediate uproar and debate among fans.

The clash between the only team with a perfect record, Spain, and the tournament hosts, Germany, promised an intense showdown from the start. Kroos, having recently retired from his club duties at Real Madrid with a triumphant Champions League victory at Wembley, seemed determined to leave a mark in his final international tournament.

Kroos, visibly fired up, made a reckless challenge on Pedri, causing the young midfielder to suffer an awkward fall on his left knee. Despite the severity of the incident, Kroos went unpunished, leaving many spectators and analysts questioning the match official’s decision not to issue at least a yellow card.

Pedri, clearly in pain, had to be substituted early in the match, with Dani Olmo taking his place on the field. The emotional sight of Pedri leaving the pitch in distress brought back memories of a previous injury he had sustained while playing for Barcelona against Athletic Club.

Sources indicate that Pedri has suffered an internal lateral sprain in his left knee, raising concerns about the extent of his injury. Further tests will be conducted to determine the severity and potential impact on Pedri’s future participation in the tournament.

Reacting to the incident, sports outlets like SPORT highlighted Kroos’ aggressive play as his “last service to Real Madrid,” emphasizing the controversy surrounding the injury. The incident has left fans speculating about Pedri’s recovery timeline and Spain’s prospects in the remainder of the Euros.