UEFA Acknowledges Referee Error in Spain vs. Germany EM Quarterfinal

Marc Cucurella's controversial handball incident continues to spark debate months after the match.

• During the EM quarterfinal, Marc Cucurella's handball went unpenalized, leading to ongoing controversy.
• Cucurella expressed relief when the referee did not award a penalty, despite clear evidence of handball.
• The UEFA referee commission has since admitted that a penalty should have been given in the match.
• Spain ultimately won the game 2-1 after Mikel Merino's decisive goal in extra time.
• The incident highlights persistent confusion and debate over handball rules in football.

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