Germany advanced to the Euro 2024 quarter-finals with a 2-0 victory over Denmark in Dortmund, thanks to a Kai Havertz penalty and Jamal Musiala’s third goal of the tournament.
Despite thunderstorms delaying the match, Germany persevered, securing their first quarter-final appearance in four major tournaments. The game’s critical moments included a disallowed goal for Denmark’s Joachim Andersen and a controversial penalty awarded to Germany.
Match Highlights:
Weather Delays:
- The game experienced a 20-minute delay due to severe weather conditions in Dortmund.
Key Disallowed Goal:
- Joachim Andersen’s goal for Denmark was ruled out due to a marginal offside on Thomas Delaney during the build-up.
Kai Havertz’s Penalty:
- Havertz converted a penalty following a handball by Andersen, putting Germany ahead.
Jamal Musiala’s Decisive Strike:
- Musiala sealed the win with a second goal, outpacing Andersen and firing past Kasper Schmeichel.
Controversies:
- Offside and Penalty Decisions: The VAR ruled Delaney offside by a fraction, and Andersen’s handball was deemed punishable, sparking debate on the fairness of such calls.
Next Steps:
- Germany will face either Spain or Georgia in the quarter-finals, while Denmark reflects on the missed opportunity and controversial calls.
Commentary:
- Roy Keane: Criticized Kasper Schmeichel’s decision-making on Musiala’s goal.
- Sky Sports’ Lewis Jones: Described the handball rule as a farce and suggested reforms.
Credit: Sky Sports
