England Escapes Switzerland’s Grip, Advances to Euro 2024 Semifinal

England survived a late scare to defeat Switzerland 5-3 in a penalty shootout, booking their spot in the Euro 2024 semifinals. After a drab first half, Breel Embolo gave Switzerland the lead, but Bukayo Saka equalized with a fine strike. Jordan Pickford was the hero in the shootout, saving Manuel Akanji’s penalty, sending England into a semifinal clash against either Turkey or the Netherlands.

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