Netherlands returns to the semi-finals of Euro 2024 following their come from behind 2-1 victory against Turkey during their Quarterfinals meeting. During the match, Netherlands showed resiliency by fighting back, despite being at the disadvantaged. Meanwhile, for Turkey, they had their chances during the game, but are failing to protect their lead. In fact, they were able to take a lead in the half, after a goal just 10 minutes before the end of the first half. However, Netherlands‘ consistent pressure on defense allowed them to take the lead and the win. Netherlands will next face England for their semi-finals match, with a win would bring them to the finals.
Netherlands is back in the semis, four editions after
The Netherlands secured their spot in the Euro 2024 semifinals with a 2-1 victory over Turkey. Turkey’s defender Samet Akaydin scored the first goal, while the Netherlands equalized through a header from defender Stefan de Vrij. Mert Müldür then scored an own goal under pressure from Cody Gakpo. The Netherlands will face England in the semifinals on July 10. Turkey’s match-winner, Merih Demiral, was suspended for two games following a controversial hand gesture. The atmosphere inside Berlin’s Olympic Stadium was electric, with Netherlands fans dressed in orange and Turkey fans supporting their team. However, both teams struggled to find a cutting edge, with Dutch striker Memphis Depay struggling to find the back of the net.
Turkey’s Merih Demiral, who scored twice in a 2-1 win against Austria, was suspended for two games following a controversial hand gesture in the previous round. Turkey’s President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan criticized the Germans and French for their jerseys, comparing them to the “wolf salute” symbolised by the Turkish right-wing extremist group “Grey Wolves.” Akaydin gave Turkey the lead 10 minutes before halftime with a powerful header from Arda Güler’s cross. Turkey’s match-winner in the round of 16 was missing due to a controversial hand gesture.
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