Tactical breakdown: where the Euro 2024 final will be won and lost
Spain have been the outstanding team but if England can shut down the supply, Southgate’s men can make history
Spain have been by far the most fluent side at the Euros, by far the best side at the Euros, and much of the reason for that has been their two youthful wingers, Lamine Yamal and Nico Williams. They give Spain a verticality that they have at times lacked since their golden age came to an end at the 2014 World Cup and, beyond that, Lamine Yamal appears to be blessed with that extra quality that elevates the true greats.