Switzerland stun France 5-4 on penalties to enter quarterfinals of Euro Cup Football

Switzerland stunned world champions France 5-4 on penalties to enter quarterfinals of the Euro Cup Football. Switzerland's Yann Sommer saved France striker Kylian Mbappe's spot kick to secure a 5-4 penalty shootout win following a thrilling 3-3 draw after extra time. In the quarter-finals, Switzerland will meet Spain. Switzerland converted all five of their penalties before Yann Sommer dived to his right to turn away Mbappe's kick, as the Swiss won a major tournament knockout tie for first time in 83 years.

 

In another match, Spain claimed a remarkable 5-3 victory over Croatia



after extra time and make it to the quarter-finals. Spain also set a new Euro record as they became the first team to score 5 goals in successive matches in the competition. 

Spain and Croatia put on a show in an 8-goal thriller at the Parken Stadium in Copenhagen, which has hosted some dramatic matches at Euro 2020. The 8 goals scored in the Round of 16 match is also the second highest in the history of Euro. The three-time European champions will now face either France or Switzerland on July 2 in St. Petersburg.