One team has convincingly made it to the Final, while the other has stumbled in. Spain, led by 16-year-old Lamine Yamal, has been dominant and has never really looked like losing. England, however, was nearly knocked out by Slovakia and barely beat Switzerland on penalties. Sometimes, though, all it takes is a little bit of luck and one good performance to win a title, and the Three Lions will hope that is the case for them on Sunday.
One major storyline will be the matchup between the two young stars, Kobbie Mainoo and Lamine Yamal. Mainoo did not start the first couple of matches but took his opportunity to start the knockout stages and has not looked back. He has been a dominant force in the midfield and exudes composure and confidence on the ball. Lamine Yamal became the youngest-ever Euro goal scorer against Germany with a stunning curler from distance. No matter the result, both players have left a major mark on this tournament and their nations.
The pressure is on for Gareth Southgate and England. The Three Lions return to the Final three years after losing to Italy in a heartbreaking shootout. The English media has been all over this team, but the players will have an opportunity to hit back at the criticism and bring the trophy home. On the other side, Spain will feel little pressure. Luis de la Fuente’s team has played beautiful football all tournament and will only want to continue that Sunday. The injunction of pace and youth has given this team a new feel, and now they will believe they can ride it to a title.
Predicted Lineups
England: Jordan Pickford, Luke Shaw, Marc Guehi, John Stones, Kyle Walker, Kobbie Mainoo, Declan Rice, Jude Bellingham, Phil Foden, Harry Kane, Bukayo Saka
Spain: Unai Simon, Marc Cucurella, Robin Le Normand, Aymeric Laporte, Dani Carvajal, Rodri, Fabian Ruiz, Dani Olmo, Lamine Yamal, Alvaro Morata, Nico Williams
Match Prediction
Spain has looked too good in this tournament and will win their first European Championship since 2012. Alvaro Morata and Fabian Ruiz will score for La Furia Roja as they beat the Three Lions 2-1. Harry Kane will score for England to secure the tournament golden boot. Unfortunately, The English will fall just short again, but they will be a team to watch in the 2026 World Cup.
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