Spain Begin Euro 2024 Campaign with 1-0 Win Over Albania
Torres' Early Goal Earns Spain Narrow Victory in Dusseldorf
Albania Unable to Find Consistent Threat Against Dominant Spain
In a match where Spain largely dominated, an early goal from Ferran Torres proved to be the difference as they edged past Albania 1-0 in their opening fixture of Euro 2024. Despite a spirited start from Albania, they struggled to penetrate Spain's defense and rarely threatened throughout the match.
The game's only goal came in the 15th minute, when Torres latched onto a loose ball just outside the penalty area and fired a low shot into the bottom corner. Albania tried to respond, but they found it difficult to create chances against Spain's well-organized defense, anchored by Sergio Ramos.
Spain had several opportunities to extend their lead but were unable to find the net again. Torres and Alvaro Morata both had chances to score, but they were denied by some excellent saves from Albania goalkeeper Etrit Berisha.
In the end, Spain's quality proved too much for Albania to overcome. The victory extends their unbeaten run at Euro 2024 to 10 matches and puts them in a strong position to qualify for the knockout stages. Albania, meanwhile, will need to improve their attacking play if they want to make an impact at the tournament.
