UEFA Euro 2020, Round of 16: Germany vs. Denmark Live Blog
Germany scores an own goal to put Denmark ahead
The match between Germany and Denmark at the UEFA Euro 2020 has just kicked off and it’s already eventful. In the first half, Denmark took the lead thanks to an own goal by German defender Mats Hummels.
Hummels was trying to clear a cross from the right wing when he accidentally headed the ball into his own net. It was a cruel blow for Germany, who had started the match brightly.
Denmark has been the better team in the opening stages and they deserve their lead. They have been pressing Germany high up the pitch and making it difficult for them to play out from the back.
Germany will need to improve in the second half if they want to get back into the game. They need to be more patient in possession and create more clear-cut chances.
Germany equalizes through Gosens
Germany has equalized through Robin Gosens. The goal came in the 45th minute when Gosens headed home a cross from the left wing.
It was an excellent goal from Gosens and it has given Germany a much-needed boost. They have been much better in the second half and they deserve to be level.
Denmark will be disappointed to have conceded a goal right before halftime. They were the better team in the first half and they will need to respond well in the second half.
Germany takes the lead through Havertz
Germany has taken the lead through Kai Havertz. The goal came in the 67th minute when Havertz slotted home a pass from Thomas Muller.
It was a well-taken goal from Havertz and it has put Germany in a strong position. They are now in control of the match and they look likely to progress to the quarterfinals.
Denmark has been disappointing in the second half and they will need to improve in the final 20 minutes if they want to get back into the game.
Germany wins 2-1 and advances to the quarterfinals
Germany has defeated Denmark 2-1 and has advanced to the quarterfinals of the UEFA Euro 2020. It was a hard-fought victory for Germany, who were pushed all the way by Denmark.
Germany took the lead in the first half through an own goal by Mats Hummels. Denmark equalized in the second half through Yussuf Poulsen. However, Germany regained the lead through Kai Havertz and held on for the victory.
Germany will now face England in the quarterfinals. It will be a tough match, but Germany will be confident of victory. They have been in impressive form throughout the tournament and they will be looking to continue their winning streak.
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