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'Unai Simon taught his team-mates a lesson with response' - Luis Enrique praises Spain goalkeeper after 'epic' Croatia win

The goalkeeper shook off his first-half error by pulling off some key saves as his side booked their place in the quarter-finals

Spain coach Luis Enrique has praised goalkeeper Unai Simon for the way he responded to his mistake in the Euro 2020 win against Croatia on Monday.

The Athletic Club shot-stopper gifted Croatia the lead in the last-16 tie when he failed to stop Pedri's pass back from the middle of the field.

But Spain recovered and so did Unai Simon, as he made crucial saves while his side went on to lead 3-1 before Croatia struck twice late on to take it into extra time.