Spain edge hosts Germany in Euro 2024 thriller

Olmo and Merino goals seal Spain's progress

Spain win 2-1 in extra time after controversial penalty decision

Stuttgart, Germany - Spain have reached the semi-finals of Euro 2024 after a dramatic 2-1 victory over hosts Germany in Stuttgart on Tuesday.

Dani Olmo gave Spain the lead in the first half, but Florian Wirtz equalised for Germany in the second half to take the match to extra time.

With just minutes remaining, Mikel Merino scored the winning goal for Spain, who will now face either England or Portugal in the semi-finals.

The match was overshadowed by a controversial penalty decision in the second half. Germany thought they should have been awarded a penalty when the ball struck the arm of a Spanish defender, but the referee waved play on.

Spain's victory was a major upset, as Germany were the favourites to win the tournament. However, Spain showed great character and determination to come from behind and win the match.