Spain secured a flawless run through the Euro 2024 group stage with a narrow 1-0 victory over Albania, effectively eliminating their opponents from the tournament. Ferran Torres’ early goal, coming in the 13th minute, sealed the win for Spain in a match held at Duesseldorf Arena. Despite making ten changes from their previous game against Italy, Spain maintained control, with goalkeeper David Raya and midfielder Martin Zubimendi among those stepping up to secure the victory.
Albania, ranked 66th globally, faced an uphill battle from the start, having never defeated Spain in their previous eight encounters. Despite their efforts, including a late push in the second half, Albania fell short, managing just one point in the group stage and finishing at the bottom of their group.
Spain’s dominant performance in the group phase sets them up for a round of 16 clash in Cologne, with their opponent yet to be determined. Coach Luis de la Fuente now shifts focus to preparing his squad for the knockout stages, confident after Spain’s first perfect group stage since 2008 in major international competitions.
