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Euro 2024 moves to the quarter-final stage after the original pack was reduced to just eight teams. Followers enjoy a thrilling double-header on Friday, and we kick-start the weekend in style with a huge game involving Spain and Germany. A match that wouldn’t look out of place in the final, but there’s room for just one of these historic teams to progress and keep their dreams alive. Will that be Spain or the host nation, Germany?

Spain and Germany are tied for three European trophies each, and 2024 is the year one could improve and become the competition’s most decorated nation. To stand any chance of winning a fourth crown, the contenders must grab a victory and book their slot in the semi-finals. Will that be Team Spain or the locals? Keep reading for our Spain vs Germany Euro 2024 preview and predictions.

• Location: Stuttgart
• Stadium: MHP Arena
• Date: 05 July 2024
• Kick-Off Time: 18:00 CEST (17:00 BST)
• Referee:?Anthony Taylor (England)
• VAR:?Stuart Attwell (England)

Spain Team News

Spain progressed as winners of Group B with a 100% record after beating Italy, Croatia, and Albania without encountering too much fuss along the way. The Spanish scored five goals in their three group games without conceding, and that solid backline will be influential in their quest to make the semi-finals by beating the host nation before a huge audience in Stuttgart.

After making light work of the group, Spain met Georgia on Sunday in the last 16 and flexed their muscles with a stunning 4-1 win to progress. Despite conceding their first goal of the championships against Georgia, the victory was never in doubt as Spain played free-flowing and attacking football that left their opponents chasing shadows for much of the 90 minutes. They now face a much tougher opponent in Germany and must raise their game.

Spain have a concern surrounding Aymeric Laporte, who is suffering from muscle fatigue. He’ll get until the last possible minute to pass himself as fit, but Spain have Nacho Fernandez ready to step up if required.

Germany Team News

Germany skipped qualifying as the host nation, but they hit the ground running at the competition proper when bringing the curtain up with an astounding 5-1 win over Scotland. The Germans exploded out of the traps and put that game to bed inside the opening 45 minutes, showing the gulf in class between the Germans and the Scots. It was the perfect foundation to launch their challenge.

Germany built on that easy win over Scotland with a victory over Hungary and a draw with Switzerland, which ensured they progressed to the knockout rounds as winners of Group A. The home team beat Denmark 2-0 in the last 16, thanks to goals from Havertz and Musiala. It wasn’t as impressive as Spain’s win in the same round, but the result matters more than the performance at this stage of play.

Germany enters this match with a clean bill of health, meaning the coaching staff have some difficult decisions to make, especially in defence.

Spain vs Germany H2H Record and Key Numbers

The head-to-head stats associated with this fixture show Spain and Germany have met 26 times previously, with Spain currently on eight wins, Germany on nine, and nine games ending in a draw. The most recent clash was in November 2022, when the nations served up a two-goal share.?

Interestingly, three of the last four meetings have been draws with all three ending in a 1-1 full-time score. Will we see a repeat performance in this renewal? While a draw is likely, it’s also worth noting Germany hasn’t beaten Spain since 2014 with the Spanish enjoying a stunning 6-0 victory in that time.

Possible Lineups

• Spain (4-3-3): Simon – Cucurella, Laporte, Normand, Carvajal – Ruiz, Rodri, Pedri – Williams, Morata, Yamal
• Germany (4-2-3-1): Neuer – Kimmich, Rüdiger, Tah, Mittelstadt – Musiala, Andrich – Kroos, Gundogan, Wirtz – Havertz

Where to Watch Spain vs Germany Euro 2024 – TV and Online Live Streaming

You can watch the whole build-up, the game, and the post-match analysis live on TVE Spain, ARD Das Erste, and ITV 1.

Prediction

It wouldn’t surprise me if the winner of this game went on to lift the trophy, but which side will progress? We’re following the stats and backing another level finish after 90 minutes, meaning this game will progress to extra-time and penalties. Back both teams to score and then sit back and enjoy the show, hoping the match lives up to the hype and supplies a few goals with even more talking points.

More betting predictions for Spain vs Germany are available on our tips page for this game.