Date: 30th June | Venue: Arena AufSchalke, Gelsenkirchen
Match Summary: England emerged victorious in a hard-fought encounter against Slovakia, securing their place in the quarter-finals with a dramatic 2-1 win after extra time. Both sides fought valiantly, with the match proving to be a thrilling contest of resilience and skill.
Key Moments:
- Slovakia took a surprising lead in the first half, with Ivan Schranz finding the net in the 37th minute. His header gave Slovakia confidence as they aimed for a significant upset.
- England struggled to break down Slovakia’s defense for much of regular time, but the breakthrough came at the death. Jude Bellingham scored a crucial equalizer in the 90’+5 minute, driving the ball into the net after a scramble in the box to force extra time.
- Just one minute into extra time, Harry Kane stepped up to seal the match for England in the 91st minute with a clinical finish, giving his side the much-needed lead and ultimately, the win.
Match Analysis: England faced a challenging Slovakia side, who defended well and looked threatening on the counterattack. Slovakia’s determination was evident as they managed to hold on to their lead for most of the match. However, England’s persistence, led by the efforts of Jude Bellingham and Harry Kane, proved crucial. The Three Lions’ attacking depth made the difference in extra time, and Kane’s quick goal gave England the upper hand. Slovakia can be proud of their performance, pushing one of the tournament favorites all the way to the limit.
England National Football Team vs Slovakia National Football Team Timeline
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End of 2nd Half of Extra Time:
- 120′ +2: 🟨 Suslov (Yellow Card)
114′: 🟨 Gyömbér (Yellow Card
109′: Substitution: Tupta on for Pekarík
108′: 🟨 Vavro (Yellow Card)
106′: Substitution: Gallagher on for Kane
106′: Substitution: Konsa on for Bellingham
End of 1st Half of Extra Time
91′: ⚽️ Kane (Goal)
Full Time:
90′ +5: ⚽️ Bellingham (Goal)
90′ +4: Substitution: Toney on for Foden
90′ +3: Substitution: Gyomber on for Schranzer
84′: Substitution: Eze on for Musano
81′: Substitution: Bero on for Kucka
Substitution: Benes on for Duda
77′: 🟨 Pekarik (Yellow Card)
66′: Substitution: Palmer on for Trippier
61′: Substitution: Botzek on for Strelec
Substitution: Suslov on for Haraslin
Halftime
45′ +1: 🟨 Skrinar (Yellow Card)
25′: ⚽️ Schranzer (Goal)
17′: 🟨 Bellingham (Yellow Card)
13′: 🟨 Kucka (Yellow Card)
7′: 🟨 Manco (Yellow Card)
3: 🟨 Guehi (Yellow Card)
