The Spain squad erupted in celebration following their thrilling 2-1 victory over England in the Euro 2024 final in Berlin on Sunday evening.
Mikel Oyarzabal scored a dramatic winner after Cole Palmer had equalised Nico Williams’ opening goal.
Nico Williams celebrates with Lamine Yamal after scoring Spain’s first goal against England in UEFA EURO 2024 final at Olympiastadion on July 14, 2024. Photo by Stefan Matzke.
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Oyarzabal’s decisive close-range finish came in the 86th minute, leaving England with little time to respond.
This victory secured La Roja a record-breaking fourth European Championship title, and the locker room celebrations were electrifying.
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Spain squad’s dressing room celebration
During the joyous locker room festivities, Nico Williams started an Instagram livestream, capturing the entire team’s celebration.
Lamine Yamal showcased his dance moves, while team captain Alvaro Morata celebrated with push-ups.
Yamal wins Best Young Player at Euro 2024
In addition to the team’s celebration, Yamal shattered a long-standing record and was honoured as the Young Player of the Tournament.
At just 17 years and one day, Yamal became the youngest player to appear in a FIFA World Cup or UEFA European Championship final, surpassing the legendary Pele’s record from the 1958 World Cup (17 years and 249 days), according to Opta.
Meanwhile, Williams became the first player of Ghanaian descent to score in the final of the European Championship after netting in the 47th minute against England.
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Also, he became the second player with Ghanaian heritage to win the competition after Marcel Desailly won it with France in 2000, as reported by Ghana Soccernet.
Euro 2024 cash prize for Spain
Earlier, Legit.ng reported that Spain became the first country to win four European Football Championships after they beat England to win the 2024 crown on July 24.
It was a well-deserved win for La Roja, who claimed their first major title since winning three consecutive titles between 2008 and 2012. Apart from the honours of ascending to the top of Europe, Spain will also reap big from winning the trophy.
Adding all the bonuses for qualifying for all the rounds, winning all seven games including the final at the end, Spain will walk away with €28.25m for winning the championship.
Source: YEN.com.gh
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