The quarter-finals of the UEFA Euro Cup 2024 will kick off with a blockbuster clash between the impressive Spanish side and the hosts, Germany. The two nations have undoubtedly been the most consistent and the best competitors in the ongoing European Championship. Unfortunately, Stuttgart will prove to be the end of the road for one of them.
Spain‘s last-ever defeat in a competitive international encounter came way back in March 2023 against Scotland. Ever since taking over the managerial job, Luis de la Fuente has transformed the Spanish team with a breath of fresh air. All eyes once again will be on his two wingers, Nico Williams and Lamine Yamal, who have lit up the competition so far with their breathtaking pace and skills.
The Germans are undefeated in their last eight outings. Die Mannschaft commenced Euro 2024 with a statement 5-1 victory over Scotland but witnessed a dip in the displays in the remaining group games. Nonetheless, a 2-0 round-of-16 win over Denmark has restored the confidence in the national team of Germany. Julian Nagelsmann’s team will have the backing of the home crowd which he will hope will be a key factor in tackling the Spanish threat.
Spain vs Germany: Probable line-ups
Nacho Fernandez has been declared fit but is unlikely to make the starting eleven over the likes of Aymeric Laporte. Elsewhere, too, de la Fuente is not expected to tinker with his lineup that oversaw the 4-1 glory over Georgia. There have been doubts about the selection of Barcelona’s Pedri, but it would come as a huge surprise if the 21-year-old fails to make the starting lineup.
For Julian Nagelsmann, the biggest headache will be around whether to choose the returning, Jonathan Tah or continue with Nico Schlotterbeck who delivered a magnificent performance against Denmark. Leroy Sane will probably once again overtake Florian Wirtz in the pecking order. Despite his critics, Kai Havertz will not be dropped by Nagelsmann. Toni Kroos will hope to shine once again as he continues to count the days before his professional soccer career is over.
Spain’s probable line-up: Simon; Carvajal, Le Normand, Laporte, Cucurella; Pedri, Rodri, Ruiz; Yamal, Morata, Williams
Germany’s probable line-up: Neuer; Kimmich, Rudiger, Schlotterbeck, Raum; Andrich, Kroos, Gundogan; Sane, Musiala; Havertz
Spain vs Germany: Head-to-head record
Last Five Meetings | Result |
Spain drew with Germany | 1-1 |
Spain beat Germany | 6-0 |
Germany drew with Spain | 1-1 |
Germany drew with Spain | 1-1 |
Spain lost to Germany | 0-1 |
Spain vs Germany: Live streaming details
The battle between Spain and Germany will be hosted by Stuttgart at the Stuttgart Arena at 12 noon EDT (6 pm CEST). The match will be broadcast live on RTVE in Spain and on ARD and Magenta Sport in Germany. Meanwhile, in the USA, Fox Sports has the official rights to telecast the UEFA Euro Cup 2024.