Who Won Euro 2024? Spain Claims Title

By Sarah Miller · January 5, 2047

In 2024, Spain won the UEFA European Championship (Euro 2024), defeating England 2-1 in the final held in Berlin on July 14, 2024. This victory marked Spain's fourth European title, extending their record as the most successful nation in the tournament’s history.

Spain's Triumph at Euro 2024

Spain emerged as champions of European football after a thrilling Euro 2024 final against England. The match, played at the Olympiastadion in Berlin, saw Mikel Oyarzabal score the winning goal in the 86th minute, sealing a 2-1 victory for La Roja. This win solidified Spain’s legacy in international football and marked their first major trophy since Euro 2012.

Key Highlights of the Final Match

England opened the scoring in the 73rd minute through Cole Palmer.
Spain equalized just four minutes later with a goal from Nico Williams.
Mikel Oyarzabal scored the decisive goal in the 86th minute.
The match had over 75,000 spectators and was watched by more than 300 million viewers globally.

Tournament Overview and Performance Analysis

Euro 2024, hosted by Germany, featured 24 national teams competing across ten cities. Spain demonstrated consistent performance throughout the tournament, winning all six of their matches—a historic first in European Championship history.

Spain's Path to Victory

Group Stage: Finished top of Group B with wins over Croatia, Italy, and Albania.
Round of 16: Defeated Georgia 4-1.
Quarter-Final: Beat Germany 2-1 in extra time.
Semi-Final: Overcame France 2-0.
Final: Won 2-1 against England.

Team	Matches Played	Wins	Goals Scored	Goals Conceded
Spain	6	6	15	5
England	6	4	8	6
France	5	3	7	4
Germany	5	3	9	6
Netherlands	4	2	6	4

Table data source:UEFA

The table illustrates Spain’s dominance in Euro 2024, being the only team to win all six matches. Their high goal tally and strong defensive record reflect a balanced and effective squad. Spain also led in possession and pass completion rate throughout the tournament.

Historical Context of European Championships

Since its inception in 1960, the UEFA European Championship has grown into one of the most prestigious tournaments in world football. Spain now leads the list of most titles with four wins (1964, 2008, 2012, 2024), surpassing Germany and Italy, each with two titles.

Most Successful Nations in Euro History

Spain – 4 titles (1964, 2008, 2012, 2024)
Germany – 3 titles (1972, 1980, 1996)
Italy – 2 titles (1968, 2020)
France – 2 titles (1984, 2000)
Portugal, Greece, Denmark, Czech Republic – 1 each

Frequently Asked Questions About Who Won the Football Euro 2024

Who won the Euro 2024 football championship?

Spain won the UEFA Euro 2024 championship by defeating England 2-1 in the final on July 14, 2024, in Berlin, Germany.

When and where was the Euro 2024 final held?

The Euro 2024 final took place on July 14, 2024, at the Olympiastadion in Berlin, Germany.

What was the score in the Euro 2024 final?

Spain defeated England 2-1 in the Euro 2024 final. Nico Williams equalized in the 77th minute, and Mikel Oyarzabal scored the winner in the 86th minute.

How many times has Spain won the European Championship?

Spain has won the European Championship four times: in 1964, 2008, 2012, and 2024, making them the most successful nation in the tournament’s history.

Who were the top performers in Euro 2024?

Jude Bellingham, Jamal Musiala, and Dani Olmo delivered standout performances. However, Spain’s Lamine Yamal, at just 16 years old, became the youngest player to score in a Euro final and won the Young Player of the Tournament award.