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Germany fans demand UEFA replay quarter-final against Spain

Germany fans demand UEFA replay quarter-final against Spain
Published 10 months ago on Jul 08, 2024

Euro 2024: Germany Fans Up in Arms After Controversial Handball Decision in Quarter-Final Defeat to Spain.

The Euro 2024 quarter-final clash between Germany and Spain was a heart-stopping affair, ultimately decided by a late goal from Mikel Merino in extra time. However, the result has been overshadowed by controversy surrounding a handball decision in the second half of extra time.

Dramatic Encounter Ends in Disappointment for Hosts

Germany, buoyed by the home crowd, started brightly but fell behind early in the second half to a goal from Dani Olmo. The Germans fought back valiantly, and Florian Wirtz's dramatic 89th-minute equalizer sent the stadium into a frenzy. However, Spanish dominance in extra time ultimately paid off with Merino's 119th-minute winner.

Handball Controversy Ignites Fan Fury

The most contentious moment of the match arrived in the 113th minute. A shot from Jamal Musiala struck the outstretched arm of Spanish defender Marc Cucurella inside the penalty area. German players and fans erupted in calls for a penalty, but referee Anthony Taylor waved play on. The VAR team did not intervene, leaving the decision unchanged.

This decision sparked outrage among German supporters. A petition launched on Change.org, demanding a replay of the match and action against Taylor, has garnered over 30,000 signatures at the time of writing. The petition accuses Taylor of biased officiating and highlights a perceived inconsistency with another recent handball decision.

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Euro 2024: Germany Fans Up in Arms After Controversial Handball Decision in Quarter-Final Defeat to Spain.

The Euro 2024 quarter-final clash between Germany and Spain was a heart-stopping affair, ultimately decided by a late goal from Mikel Merino in extra time. However, the result has been overshadowed by controversy surrounding a handball decision in the second half of extra time.

Dramatic Encounter Ends in Disappointment for Hosts

Germany, buoyed by the home crowd, started brightly but fell behind early in the second half to a goal from Dani Olmo. The Germans fought back valiantly, and Florian Wirtz's dramatic 89th-minute equalizer sent the stadium into a frenzy. However, Spanish dominance in extra time ultimately paid off with Merino's 119th-minute winner.

Handball Controversy Ignites Fan Fury

The most contentious moment of the match arrived in the 113th minute. A shot from Jamal Musiala struck the outstretched arm of Spanish defender Marc Cucurella inside the penalty area. German players and fans erupted in calls for a penalty, but referee Anthony Taylor waved play on. The VAR team did not intervene, leaving the decision unchanged.

This decision sparked outrage among German supporters. A petition launched on Change.org, demanding a replay of the match and action against Taylor, has garnered over 30,000 signatures at the time of writing. The petition accuses Taylor of biased officiating and highlights a perceived inconsistency with another recent handball decision.

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