The Euro 2024 tournament kicked off with exciting matches as England and Netherlands both secured victories in their opening games. England’s Jude Bellingham scored the only goal of the match against Serbia, while Cody Gakpo and Wout Weghorst found the back of the net for the Dutch in a 2-1 win over Poland. These victories set the stage for an action-packed tournament.
As the games unfolded, several key statistics emerged that shed light on the performances of the teams and players. Wout Weghorst made history by scoring the game-winning goal with his first touch of the game, achieving the second-fewest minutes needed by a substitute to score a game-winning goal in European Championship history.
One of the most significant moments of the tournament so far was when Christian Eriksen opened the scoring for Denmark in their match against Slovenia. This goal marked Eriksen’s return to the Euro stage, just a little over three years after suffering a cardiac arrest in Denmark’s opener against Finland at Euro 2020. Eriksen’s goal was his 42nd for Denmark, bringing him level with Ole Madsen for the 4th-most in the history of the men’s senior national team.
In addition to Eriksen’s remarkable comeback, Andreas Christensen stood out with his impeccable performance, completing all 89 of his passes in a single game. This achievement made him the first player ever to have a 100% pass completion rate at the Euros since these stats were tracked from 1980.
Jude Bellingham also made history by becoming the first European player to make an appearance at three major international tournaments before turning 21. His goal against Serbia further solidified his position as a rising star in European football. Bellingham’s achievements on the international stage have been nothing short of impressive, making him a standout player to watch in the tournament.
England’s solid defensive performance was evident in their match against Serbia, where they kept a clean sheet despite facing only 11 shots between both teams. England’s ability to shut down their opponents and maintain a strong defensive record has been a key factor in their success in recent tournaments.
As the Euro 2024 tournament progresses, teams and players continue to showcase their skills and make history on the international stage. From dramatic comebacks to impressive individual performances, the opening matches have set the tone for an exciting and competitive tournament. Fans around the world eagerly await the next matches to see which teams will rise to the occasion and etch their names in Euro history.
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