Spain and England meet in Euro 2024 final but it isn't a classic, deep-rooted international rivalry
Spain against England is hardly a classic and deep-rooted international rivalry but back-to-back title matches in the space of 11 months at major tournaments could yet usher in the start of one
By STEVE DOUGLAS
Published - Jul 11, 2024, 02:39 PM ET
Last Updated - Jul 11, 2024, 02:39 PM EDT
BERLIN (AP) — The Women’s World Cup final. Now the men’s European Championship final.
For two pre-eminent soccer countries, Spain against England is hardly a classic and deep-rooted international rivalry but back-to-back title matches in the space of 11 months at major tournaments could yet usher in the start of one.
For some, Spain’s 1-0 victory in Sydney in August in the biggest match in women’s soccer was overshadowed by what happened afterward, when Spanish federation president Luis Rubiales kissed star player Jenni Hermoso on the lips during the trophy ceremony to spark a player rebellion, a reckoning on gender and ultimately his removal from power.
What will Sunday’s Euro 2024 final bring?
