Spain quickly made the difference thanks to Morata and Ruiz in this Euro 2024 clash against Croatia in Berlin. Follow this Group B meeting live with commentary with us.
19:00 – Spain must manage the second half well
The Spaniards have obviously succeeded the most in this meeting since they lead 3-0 in this first shock of Euro 2024. But they will now have to manage the second period without being afraid, because a Croatian goal could quickly restart this match.
18:55 – Croatia swept away
Croatia did not concede many chances in this first period against Spain but already found itself trailing 3-0, after goals from Morata (28th), Ruiz (33rd) and Carvajal (45th+2). The Croats will have to achieve a feat to return to this meeting.
18:49 – It’s the break! Spain leads 3-0 against Croatia
Mr. Oliver sends both teams back to the locker room! Ultra-realistic, Spain already leads 3-0 against Croatia at the break.
18:48 – GOAL! Carvajal adds to the bill (3-0)
Spain knocks out Croatia in added time! Following a short corner, Yamal ended up crossing within six meters and Carvajal dived to tackle the ball into the goal of a helpless Livakovic. 3-0 for Spain!
18:47 – Two minutes of added time
The English referee Mr. Oliver grants two minutes of minimum additional time in this first period between Spain and Croatia.
18:46 – Kramaric tries his luck from afar
In front of the Spanish block positioned low, Kramaric decides to try his luck from afar but fails to target his shot which seemed to be going well.
18:43 – The opportunity for Croatia!
What an opportunity for Croatia! Kramaric overflows well on the right side and manages to cross at the end of the race. At the far post, Gvardiol takes a half-volley and crosses his ball well but it goes just wide. Unai Simon couldn’t touch the leather…
18:40 – The game resumes, with Pedri
Slightly stunned, Pedri will still be able to resume after a short spell on the edge of the pitch. The game resumed on the Olympiastadion pitch.
18:39 – Pedri remains on the ground
Pedri received a ball from Kovacic directly in the head and Mr. Oliver stopped the match so that the Spanish staff could deal with the young Spanish playmaker.
18:36 – Croatia condemned to react
Croatia conceded two goals in three minutes and now find their backs against the wall in this match. Modric’s teammates must react or risk already jeopardizing their chances of qualifying.
18:33 – GOAL! Ruiz doubles the lead for Spain (2-0)
Spain takes the break and leads 2-0 after 32 minutes of play! While Kovacic had an opportunity to equalize, it was ultimately the Spaniards who scored. In the area, Fabien Ruiz eliminates Modric then Kovavic with a beautiful hook each time before deceiving Livakovic with a left shot. 2-0 for Spain!
18:30 – GOAL! Morata unlocks the match (1-0)
Spain takes the advantage in this meeting! Full axis, Fabian Ruiz manages to serve Alvaro Morata in depth while the Croatian defense is disorganized. The Spanish captain does not tremble and deceives Livakovic on his first opportunity! 1-0 for Spain.
18:27 – Nico Williams misses
On the left wing, Nico Williams gets back onto his right foot and looks for Lamine Yamal on the other side but the Athletic Club winger’s cross is too long. Yamal cannot resume.
18:24 – Budimir header
On a good cross from the right, Budimir manages to get the better of Le Normand with a header and regains the ball but it goes wide of the mark. The clash between the two players was impressive but both are strong.
18:21 – Croatia fights back
The Croatians manage to level the playing field in this match against Spain even though we have just passed 20 minutes of play. Possession is balanced.
18:18 – Cucurella concedes a dangerous free kick
Spain left-back Marc Cucurella stupidly concedes a dangerous free kick on the corner of the area. Majer is in charge but Morata heads the ball back to the near post.
18:16 – Yamal gets confused
Lamine Yamal has the first opportunity to accelerate from deep and finds himself facing two Croatian defenders as he enters the area. He tries to hit behind but misses the ball and his movement.
18:14 – Croatia’s first collective sequence
The Spaniards dominate this start of the match against the Croats, who only now manage to keep the ball for a long sequence, after 13 minutes of play.
18:11 – Good free kick for Spain ahead
Alvaro Morata obtains an interesting first free kick, around thirty meters from the Croatian goal, shifted to the left. Nico Williams takes it upon himself to hit it but it’s too long and the ball goes straight out of the goal.
18:08 – Morata tries his luck
Alvaro Morata is the first player to strike in this meeting but crushes his ball too much from the left at the entrance to the area. The Spanish captain tries to show his teammates the way.
18:06 – Ruiz lacks precision
Fabian Ruiz inherits the ball at the edge of the area with a little success and searches for Pedri with a hidden pass but it is too long. The Parisian could also have struck from that distance.
18:03 – Spain takes control of the match
The Spaniards took control of the match in these first minutes and got their foot on the ball. Even if it remains sterile for the moment.
18:00 – It’s off to Spain and Croatia!
Mr. Oliver whistles to kick off this meeting between Spain and Croatia in Berlin! It is the Croats who start in this first period, under a beautiful sun.
17:57 – Time for the Spanish anthem
After the Croatian anthem, it is now time for the Spanish anthem to be played in the Olympiastadion. The match is about to begin!
17:54 – The players enter the pitch
Spanish and Croatian players enter the pitch at the Olympiastadion in Berlin. Now it’s time for the anthems, starting with that of Croatia, the “visiting” team for this match.