Ollie Watkins Propels England to Euro 2024 Final

Ollie Watkins seized his moment of glory, showcasing exceptional character and resilience, as he led England to the Euro 2024 final with a crucial goal. Demonstrating composure under pressure, Watkins stepped up when his country needed him the most. England will now face Spain in the final in Berlin, with a kickoff scheduled for 20:00 BST.

Captain’s Pride

England’s captain, Harry Kane, expressed immense pride in the team’s historic achievement. “History made. Amazing achievement. I’m so proud of everyone. Every player, every member of staff, I’m so proud of them. To do what we’ve done away from home is really special,” Kane remarked. He acknowledged the tough journey ahead, noting, “There’s that feeling there’s one more left and we need to do that on Saturday.”

Focus on the Final

Regarding the upcoming match against Spain, Kane acknowledged the challenge but remained optimistic. “Another unbelievably tough game. There’s one more game to make history. That’s what we’re excited about. It’s been a tough journey but there’s one more. 90 minutes, 120, penalties, whatever it takes we’ll be there. I’m looking forward to it,” he added.

Watkins’ Determination

Match-winner Ollie Watkins shared his excitement and determination after the game. “I’ve been waiting for that moment for weeks. It’s taken a lot of hard work to get to where I am today. I’m delighted,” Watkins said. He revealed a prophetic conversation with teammate Cole Palmer, “I swear on my life that I said to Cole Palmer that he’s going to set me up today and I’m going to score. It’s the best feeling ever.”

Watkins also addressed the team’s resilience amidst criticism. “There’s been a lot of criticism but we’re in the final and that’s all that matters. We’ve got that bounce back factor. Going behind seems to kick us into gear. We’ve won on penalties and come from behind,” he concluded.

As England prepares for the final showdown against Spain, the team remains focused and determined to make history, driven by their recent triumphs and the unwavering support of their fans.