20:42
Santi Denia is backing the same eleven as in the quarter-finals against Switzerland. On the other hand, Ruslan Rotan changes two positions in attack. Dmytro Kryskiv is out today due to a yellow card suspension. Likewise, Oleksiy Kashchuk deviates from the starting line-up. Danylo Sikan and Oleksandr Nazarenko both start today.
20:39
The blue and yellow, on the other hand, are considered one of the surprises of the tournament. Unbeaten and with two wins behind them, the Ukrainians ended up second in Group B behind Spain only because of the worse goal difference. The team also devoted themselves to the quarter-finals against the favored French with this self-confidence. And despite the forecasts – thanks in part to an outstanding performance by FC Chelsea’s winter newcomer Mykhailo Mudryk – Ukraine won the duel deservedly 3-1 and can thus further crown the course of the tournament so far today.
20:21
The Spain U21 national team remains undefeated this calendar year. In their first group match against Romania, coach Santi Denia’s team put on a convincing performance with a clear 3-0 victory. The next game against Croatia also ended in favor of the Spaniards. But after the draw against Ukraine, the Toros Rojos could not defeat Switzerland in the quarterfinals after 90 minutes. In extra time, the Spaniards beat their opponent 2-1 with Juan Miranda’s decisive goal.
20:06
With England’s 3-0 win over Israel, it is already clear who the Spaniards or the Ukrainians will meet in three days. But before that there is still a thrilling duel in the Steaua Stadium in the Romanian capital Bucharest: the two semi-finalists met in the group stage eight days ago. The Eastern Europeans took the lead with a penalty shortly before the end, before the favorites from Spain were able to make it 2-2 with the final whistle. This also promises a close encounter for today.
19:56
Welcome to the second semi-final of the men’s U-21 European Football Championship! From 9 p.m. the Spanish selection will meet Ukraine and the teams will answer the question of who will reach the final in Batumi. We wish you good entertainment!