Spain Triumphs Over Scotland in Euro 2024 Qualifiers 🏆⚽
In their latest clash in the Euro 2024 qualifiers, Spain marked a crucial 2-0 win over Scotland on Thursday. This significant win has furthered Spain’s standing in the qualifications.
Early Dominance Sets the Tone 🎯
Right from the start, Spain displayed their dominance. Ferran Torres launched an early attempt just a minute into the game, which sailed over Scotland’s goal. Subsequently, in the 19th minute, Oyarzabal took a shot from inside the box, narrowly missing the top crossbar.
Spain’s persistence was evident. Mikel Merino’s strike hit the right post in the 34th minute. Alvaro Morata seemed to break the deadlock with a goal in the 38th minute following a cross from Carvajal, but it was disallowed due to offside.
Scotland’s Resilience and Spain’s Breakthrough 🌟
As the second half commenced, Scotland’s Porteous tried to head one into the net in the 47th minute, but it was comfortably saved by Spain’s keeper, Unai Simon. Spain’s substitute, Brian Zaragoza, tried his luck with a long shot in the 48th minute, only to see it fly above the bar.
In a turn of events, McTominay seemingly put Scotland ahead with a free-kick in the 61st minute. However, after consulting the Video Assistant Referee (VAR), the referee disallowed the goal due to a foul on Spain’s goalkeeper by a Scottish defender.