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Germany Overcomes Early Sending-Off to Beat France on Penalties at Euro 2025

Germany will face world champions Spain in a July 23 semi-final in Zurich, missing Sjoeke Nüsken for a yellow-card suspension; Kathrin Hendrich is sidelined by her red card.

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Deutschlands Jule Brand (l.) und Spaniens Alexia Putellas kämpfen um den Ball.

Overview

  • Kathrin Hendrich saw red in the 13th minute for pulling Griedge Mbock’s hair, conceding a penalty that Grace Geyoro converted in the 15th minute
  • Sjoeke Nüsken restored parity with a 25th-minute header, keeping the match level through 120 minutes
  • In the 103rd minute of extra time, Ann-Katrin Berger produced a remarkable goal-line save to deny what appeared to be an own goal by Janina Minge
  • Berger then stepped up in the shootout, saving two spot kicks and converting her own penalty as Germany prevailed 6–5
  • UEFA regulations carry bookings and dismissals into subsequent matches, forcing coach Christian Wück to reshuffle his defensive options for the semi-final