Spain celebrated a historic triumph at the Olympiastadion, lifting their fourth UEFA European Championship trophy with a thrilling 2-1 victory over England in the final.
Gareth Southgate's tactical adjustment to a defensive four initially frustrated Spain's attacking prowess, as both teams cautiously probed for openings in the early exchanges. Despite Spain's dominance in possession, England's solid defensive display, led by Luke Shaw, kept La Roja at bay throughout the first half.
The game burst into life early in the second half when Lamine Yamal, instrumental throughout the tournament, found space and delivered a precise pass to Nico Williams, who clinically finished at the back post to give Spain the lead. The goal energized Spain, but England responded swiftly with substitute Cole Palmer equalizing moments after his introduction, setting the stage for a tense finale.
With the match finely poised, Mikel Oyarzabal restored Spain's lead with a well-taken goal following a pinpoint cross from Marc Cucurella, sparking jubilant celebrations among the Spanish contingent. Despite England's late efforts, including several close chances denied by Spain's defense and goalkeeper Unai Simón, La Roja held firm to secure the victory.
Nico Williams was instrumental in Spain's triumph, not only for his decisive goal but also for his overall impact on the game. His ability to stretch England's defense and create scoring opportunities earned him the Man of the Match award, highlighting his pivotal role in Spain's success.