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Spain and England Set for Epic Showdown in Euro 2024 Final
After a thrilling 50 matches, the Euro 2024 tournament is gearing up for an electrifying climax with Spain and England primed to face off in Sunday’s highly anticipated final showdown. Spain, eyeing a record fourth title at the prestigious continental championship, will lock horns with England, who are appearing in their second consecutive Euro final.
Al Jazeera is set to deliver live text commentary beginning hours before the game, providing fans with up-to-the-minute updates and analysis as the two footballing giants battle it out on the field.
With a flawless 100 percent winning record so far in the tournament, Spain enters the final as the favorites to snatch the coveted trophy and claim victory over their English opponents.
In case of a draw at the end of normal playtime, the match will proceed to two extra periods of 15 minutes each. Should the deadlock persist, the ultimate outcome will be determined by a nerve-wracking penalty shootout.
UEFA, the governing body of European football, has allocated a whopping 331 million euros ($360m) in total prize money to the 24 participating teams, with the champions standing to earn a maximum of 28.25 million euros ($30.31m) if they emerge victorious in all their group matches.
Six players, including Cody Gakpo, Harry Kane, Georges Mikautadze, Jamal Musiala, Dani Olmo, and Ivan Schranz, are currently tied for the top scorer spot in the tournament with three goals apiece. Notably, only Kane and Olmo, who will feature in the final, remain in contention for the coveted title of Euro 2024 top scorer.
The historical head-to-head record between Spain and England in all international matches reflects a close rivalry, with Spain clinching victory in 10 encounters, England triumphing in 13, and 4 matches ending in a draw.
As the journey to the final has been nothing short of thrilling, both Spain and England have showcased exceptional skill and determination in overcoming formidable opponents to secure their spots in the title clash. Fans around the world eagerly await the epic showdown between these footballing powerhouses, as the Euro 2024 final promises to deliver intense excitement and exceptional talent on display.
