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Spain 2-1 Germany: Report, Ratings & Reaction as La Roja Are Crowned Euro Under-21 Champions

Spain were crowned Euro Under-21 champions after they defeated Germany 2-1 on Sunday, thanks to goals from Fabian Ruiz and Dani Olmo.

Spain flew out of the starting blocks and took the lead after just seven minutes, courtesy of a stunning strike from Napoli's Fabian Ruiz. The midfielder drove into a pocket of space outside the 18-yard box and curled a wonderful effort into the corner of the German goal.

There was very little in the way of goal-mouth action for the remainder of the first half, with the only other talking point being a horrific challenge from Spain's Jesús Vallejo, who was fortunate not to be sent off after a VAR review.