Spain Overcomes Belgium in Women’s Euros Clash

The Spanish team, current world champions, now lead Group B with a perfect record of six points after two matches. A dominant performance saw them secure a 6-2 victory over Belgium in their recent Women’s Euros Group B encounter on Monday. This triumph ensures Spain’s progression to the knockout stages, contingent on Portugal’s result against Italy later in the day.

Despite a slow initial period, Spain’s star striker, Alexia Putellas, shone with two goals.

Match Summary

On a cool evening, Putellas ignited Spain’s attack, capitalizing on fluid passing to powerfully strike the ball into the net in the 22nd minute with her favored left foot.

However, Belgium quickly responded, earning a corner that Justine Vanhaevermaet converted with a header. Despite struggling for consistency, Spain regained the lead before halftime, as Irene Paredes headed in from a corner in the 39th minute.

Aitana Bonmati, recently recovered, replaced Vicky Lopez at halftime and nearly scored. Belgium then equalized in the 50th minute when Hannah Eurlings slotted home a long pass. The goal was initially flagged for offside but was then allowed after VAR review.

Spain quickly responded through Esther Gonzalez. Later, Mariona Caldentey scored in the 61st minute, and Claudia Pina added another with a curled shot in the 81st minute. Putellas then sealed the victory with her second goal.

With this result, Spain leads the group while Belgium faces potential elimination after previously losing to Italy 1-0.

Post-Match Comments
  • Spain captain Paredes acknowledged the importance of the win, highlighting the need to address the goals conceded.
  • She also noted the team’s initial struggles to find rhythm but praised their performance once they found their stride.