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England U21s book place in Euros last four with Spain win

James McAtee of U21 England celebrates after scoring his side's first goal during the UEFA European Under-21 Championship 2025 Quarter-Final match between Spain and England at A. Malatinsky Stadium on June 21, 2025 in Trnava, Slovakia — James McAtee of U21 England celebrates after scoring his side's first goal during the UEFA European Under-21 Championship 2025 Quarter-Final match between Spain and England at A. Malatinsky Stadium on June 21, 2025 in Trnava, Slovakia (Getty Images)

England secured a 3-1 victory over Spain in Slovakia, booking their place in the European U21 Championship semi-finals.
James McAtee opened the scoring for England in the 10th minute, followed by Harvey Elliott's goal five minutes later.
Spain's Javi Guerra scored from a penalty in the 39th minute, reducing England's lead.
Elliot Anderson sealed England's win with a penalty in second-half stoppage time.
England will next face the Netherlands in the semi-finals.

England U21s break Spain hearts once again to book place in Euros last four — In full