Germany beats England in shoot out to reach Euro final
LONDON, Jun. 26, 1996 (AMP) — England 96 : Germany reached the UEFA Euro final for the fifth time in their history after defeating England 7-6 on penalties (after a 1-1 draw) on Wednesday.
Fixtures and Results : Second Round
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Overview
Germany at the Euro
- 2 titles (1972, 1980)
- 7 appearances (first in 1972)
- 8 participations in the qualifications (first in 1968)
- Statistics: Champions (1972, 1980) Runners-up (1976, 1992)
England at the Euro
- 5 appearances (first in 1968)
- 9 participations in the qualifications (first in 1964)
- Statistics: Third Place (1968)
Germany
1:1
England
7:6 (penalties), 1:1 (a.e.t.), 1:1 (1:1)
- 26 June 1996
- London
Euro History
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