Football NewsPickford the penalty hero as star boy Saka stands tall
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England secures a spot in the semi-finals of Euro 2024 after a thrilling penalty shootout victory against Switzerland in Dusseldorf. Gareth Southgate’s team showed nerves of steel as they triumphed 5-3 on penalties after a 1-1 draw in regular time.

Despite a lack of spark in key areas, England managed to equalize through Bukayo Saka’s impressive strike after falling behind to Breel Embolo’s goal. The match went into extra time, with both teams having their fair share of chances, including a scare for England when Xherdan Shaqiri hit the woodwork.

In the penalty shootout, Jordan Pickford’s save set the tone for England’s success, with Trent Alexander-Arnold sealing the win with a confident strike. The victory marks a significant improvement for England, who had struggled in the earlier stages of the tournament.

Fans can now look forward to England’s upcoming semi-final match as they continue their quest for Euro 2024 glory. Stay tuned for more updates on England’s journey in the tournament.