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Ferran Torres scores his 20th international goal for spain
In a milestone achievement for Spanish football, Ferran Torres has carved his name into history as the youngest player to score 20 international goals, propelling Spain to a flawless group stage record at UEFA Euro 2024.
The talented forward's decisive strike led La Roja to a 1-0 victory over Albania, sealing their place atop Group B and continuing their unbeaten streak in head-to-head encounters.
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22:01 - 24.06.2024
Euro 2024: Spain defeat Albania to finish group with 9 points and qualifying for the round of 16
Spain remain undefeated as they sealed a victory against Albania and topped their group ahead of Italy and Croatia.
Managed by Luis de la Fuente, Spain entered the match with several changes to their lineup, having already secured qualification to the knockout phase.
Despite Albania's early vigor, it was Spain who asserted their dominance early on. A precise through-ball from Dani Olmo found Torres perfectly positioned, allowing the Barcelona star to clinically slot the ball past Albania's goalkeeper, Thomas Strakosha, on the 13th minute mark.
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13:58 - 24.06.2024
Euro 2024: Two records broken during the match between Hungary and Scotland
The match saw Scotland bow out as Hungary stole the win that placed them in a good qualifying position.
Following Torres' goal, Spain maintained control for much of the game, with goalkeeper David Raya making crucial saves to deny Albania's attempts to level the score.
Despite a spirited effort from Albania, including close chances from Armando Broja, Spain's defensive resilience and clinical finishing secured their victory and an impressive nine wins out of nine in their head-to-head record.
Torres' achievement as the youngest player to reach 20 international goals underscores his rapid rise and pivotal role in Spain's campaign.
At just [24], he has already established himself as a key figure for both club and country, showcasing not only his goal-scoring prowess but also his ability to perform under pressure on the international stage.
As Spain eagerly anticipates their next opponent in the round of 16, Torres' record-breaking goal stands as a testament to his burgeoning talent and the depth of Spanish football's future prospects.
Meanwhile, Albania, despite their exit from the tournament, can take pride in their spirited performances and resilience throughout their challenging group stage campaign.
With the tournament progressing, all eyes will be on Ferran Torres as he continues to make headlines and inspire a new generation of football enthusiasts with his exceptional skills and unwavering determination on the pitch.
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