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Catch England vs. Netherlands in the EURO 2024 semi-finals, live on Optus Sport this Thursday at 5am AEST.

England has advanced to the semi-finals of EURO 2024 after a nail-biting penalty shootout victory against Switzerland. The match, filled with tension and drama, saw Switzerland take the lead late in the game before England equalised and ultimately prevailed in the shootout.

In the 75th minute, Switzerland’s Breel Embolo capitalised on a chance to put his team ahead with a precise finish at the far post. However, England responded swiftly, with Bukayo Saka of Arsenal delivering a stunning low shot just five minutes later to level the score.

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The match then moved into extra-time, where both teams played cautiously, unable to break the deadlock. The contest was eventually decided by penalties, where England’s goalkeeper Jordan Pickford made a crucial save against Manuel Akanji‘s attempt. England’s perfect record in the shootout, with successful penalties from Cole Palmer, Jude Bellingham, Saka, Ivan Toney, and Trent Alexander-Arnold, secured their place in the semi-finals.

England will next face the Netherlands, who mounted a comeback to defeat Türkiye 2-1 in their quarter-final match. Samet Akaydin put Türkiye ahead in the 35th minute, and for much of the match, it seemed their impressive tournament run might continue. However, a rapid turnaround in the second half saw Stefan de Vrij and a Mert Müldür own goal shift the game in favour of the Netherlands.

Despite increased pressure from Türkiye, the Netherlands held firm and secured their spot in the semi-finals, where they will meet England. This highly anticipated match is scheduled for Thursday, July 11, at 5am (AEST), and will be broadcast live and exclusively on Optus Sport.

What’s Coming Up

Wednesday, July 10

• EURO 2024 semi-final: Spain v France (5am AEST)
• Copa América semi-final: Argentina v Canada (10am AEST)

Thursday, July 11

• EURO 2024 semi-final: Netherlands v England (5am AEST)
• Copa América semi-final: TBC (10am AEST)

Spanish commentary will be available for live matches through the Match Centre on selected devices.

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