Spain knock out Croatia on penalties to reach quarter-finals
Spain beat Croatia 5-4 on penalties after the match finished 0-0 after extra-time in the Euro 2024 last 16.
Spain goalkeeper Unai Simon was the hero, saving two penalties in the shootout, while Sergio Busquets scored the winning spot-kick.
Spain will now face the winners of the match between Italy and England in the quarter-finals.
The match was a tight affair, with both teams having chances to win it in normal time and extra-time.
Spain had the better of the first half, with Pedri and Gavi controlling the midfield and creating chances for the likes of Ansu Fati and Alvaro Morata.
Croatia came into the game more in the second half, with Luka Modric and Mateo Kovacic starting to dictate the play.
The match went to extra-time, and again both teams had chances to win it.
Spain eventually prevailed on penalties, with Simon saving spot-kicks from Nikola Vlasic and Lovro Majer.
Spain's victory was a major blow to Croatia, who were one of the favourites to win the tournament.
Spain, meanwhile, will be confident of going all the way after a hard-fought victory over a strong Croatia side.
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