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EURO 2024: Arsenal midfielder awarded Man of the Match for outstanding performance

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In a thrilling Euro 2024 quarter-final at Düsseldorf’s Merkur Spiel-Arena, England clinched a dramatic victory over Switzerland. After a tense 1-1 draw in regulation and extra time, England triumphed 5-3 in a penalty shootout to secure a spot in the semi-finals.

Following a cautious first half with no shots on target, Switzerland took the lead in the 75th minute through Breel Embolo’s close-range finish. England responded with determination as Bukayo Saka equalized ten minutes later with a spectacular curling shot from outside the box.

Both teams had opportunities to win in extra time, with Declan Rice’s long-range effort for England saved and Xherdan Shaqiri hitting the woodwork for Switzerland from a corner.

The match concluded in a tense penalty shootout where Cole Palmer, Jordan Pickford’s save from Manuel Akanji, and Trent Alexander-Arnold’s decisive spot-kick secured victory for Gareth Southgate’s team.

Bukayo Saka’s crucial goal not only revived England’s hopes but also earned him the Man of the Match award for his outstanding performance.

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