England defeated Denmark to advance to the final of the Euros, but they had to make it through a wild game full of twists and turns to do it.
The final for the Euros has been set with England set to face Italy on Sunday. If the final is half as entertaining as the semifinals, it’ll be an incredible ride.
Wednesday’s semifinal between England and Denmark built on the excitement of Italy’s win over Spain via penalty kicks with emotional swings, a stunning free kick goal, a chaotic penalty kick and more.
When the final whistle blew, England held the 2-1 victory in their hands after 120 minutes of intense action.
How did Twitter react to England’s win over Denmark?
For some England fans, all caps and photos were the only way to express themselves.
absolutely fucking losing it pic.twitter.com/1YooVPbBjA
— Stevie Martin (@5tevieM) July 7, 2021
first final in my lifetime come on England x pic.twitter.com/4UOyoGzSJn
— oli (@olimccoole) July 7, 2021
Omg omg omg….I’m actually crying @England! Well done lads.
— antanddec (@antanddec) July 7, 2021
A#ENGvDEN #Euros2020
Crying as an 11-year-old in 1996, dismay in 98… despair in 2004+2006, anger from 2008 onwards, heartbreak in 2018 - I thought I’d never see this.
— Steve Bloomer’s Washing (@SteveBloomerPod) July 7, 2021
England are in a FINAL! #ENG pic.twitter.com/79rzsUysxV
You better believe the words “It’s coming home” were uttered often.
It’s coming home
— Liam Gallagher (@liamgallagher) July 7, 2021
London is sooooo lively tonight. Everywhere you look there are England fans celebrating. #ENG pic.twitter.com/0aR93KkPfe
— Caoimhe O'Neill (@CaoimheSport) July 7, 2021
Manchester goes mad as England go through to the #EURO2020 final pic.twitter.com/mp7X522RrD
— Lizzie Robinson (@LizzieITV) July 7, 2021
The joy over England was tempered by the end of a magical run for Denmark. Their tournament took a terrifying turn when Christian Eriksen collapsed on the pitch during their opening match. A game turned into a life-and-death situation with tragedy narrowly averted by the quick response of medical personnel at the stadium.
Thankfully Eriksen’s life was saved, but given the circumstance, no one could have predicted Denmark would go on to make it to the semifinals from there. They made it so far on sheer desire and togetherness.
Congratulations to Denmark. One of the most humanly remarkable tournament runs in sporting history. Thank you and Godspeed 🇩🇰🇩🇰🇩🇰
— Men in Blazers (@MenInBlazers) July 7, 2021
Well done Denmark. A credit to the football world. Superb effort 🙌🏽👏🏽
— GaGs (@GagsTandon) July 7, 2021
Thank you Denmark for showing wonderful sportsmanship and humility. @ChrisEriksen8, we wish you a speedy recovery…@England @DBUfodbold pic.twitter.com/iS3ZJnUN1W
— Sarah Ferguson (Fergie) (@SarahTheDuchess) July 7, 2021
The game itself produced a bunch of wild moments.
Fans weren’t entirely sold on that Raheem Sterling penalty call.
#Sterling buying a penalty pic.twitter.com/HI2IA0EIsU
— Tshepo Ngoepe wa ga Molefe (@Homo_Naledii) July 7, 2021
Raheem Sterling has been absolutely spectacular this tournament, but that should never, ever be given as a penalty. Clear and obvious error and a shameless dive from Sterling — Denmark have been robbed blind with that call.
— Zach Lowy (@ZachLowy) July 7, 2021
How come nobody mentioned there were two balls on the pitch when Sterling dived for the #England penalty? Game is ALWAYS stopped when there are two balls on the pitch. pic.twitter.com/4SwXfnhXsi
— Ah Beale Good (@ChucklesLeVert) July 7, 2021
Harry Kane’s penalty miss might have been a “ball don’t lie” moment. Instead, it turned into chaos as the striker followed up to score.
That penalty.... 😂
— George Russell (@GeorgeRussell63) July 7, 2021
Bring on Sunday!!! 🏴❤️ @England pic.twitter.com/5Dv79Ymr5w
When you see Kane miss the penalty, but then score the rebound pic.twitter.com/FuxIQDgRxj
— ODDSbible (@ODDSbible) July 7, 2021
https://twitter.com/RyanWraith_/status/1412885904331616256?s=20
Before all that, Mikel Damsgaard put Denmark ahead in the first half with a brilliant free-kick.
DAMSGAARD FOR DENMARK!
— ESPN FC (@ESPNFC) July 7, 2021
HE SCORES THE FIRST FREE KICK GOAL OF EURO 2020 😱 pic.twitter.com/mnB3IcmFKl
Mikkel Damsgaard is the first player to score a direct free-kick in the knockout rounds of the European Championships since Zinedine Zidane in 2000.
— William Hill (@WilliamHill) July 7, 2021
The first free-kick scored at the 2020 Euros.
🇩🇰 pic.twitter.com/PL7c5Zcu8R
https://twitter.com/RoynC10/status/1412858923686580224?s=20
Fair to say Mikkel Damsgaard selected power drive with that one. #EURO2020 pic.twitter.com/7sYTGZ0iQa
— Robbie Fahy (@RobbieFahy) July 7, 2021
Italy and England will settle the final on Sunday at 3:00 p.m. ET. Italians, English and neutrals should have high expectations given the performance of both teams throughout the tournament.
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