Euro 2024: Belgium Falls to Slovakia in Group E's Biggest Upset Yet
Slovakia Stuns Belgium 1-0 in Euro 2024 Upset
Slovakia pulls off a stunning 1-0 upset over Belgium in their Euro 2024 opener, despite being ranked 45 places lower. Ivan Schranz scores the winning goal, while Romelu Lukaku's equalizer is disallowed by VAR.
Slovakia pulled off a stunning upset in their Euro 2024 opener, defeating Group E favorites Belgium 1-0 in Frankfurt. Romelu Lukaku's apparent equalizer in the closing minutes was disallowed by VAR due to a handball in the build-up, securing Slovakia's historic win.
Slovakia's Ivan Schranz capitalized on Manchester City's Jeremy Doku's error to take the lead, while Amadou Onana had two goals disallowed by VAR. Despite being ranked 45 places lower than Belgium, Slovakia's David Hancko made a crucial goalline clearance to deny substitute Johan Bakayoko.
Belgium struggled to establish control, with Slovakia taking advantage of Doku's mistake to gain the upper hand. Kevin de Bruyne and Leandro Trossard posed threats for Belgium, but Slovakia's Lukas Haraslin had two near-misses, including a beautifully timed volley saved by Koen Casteels.
Belgium's inability to capitalize on their opportunities ultimately led to their defeat, despite their dominance. With their World Cup group stage exit still fresh, Belgium must bounce back against Romania, who defeated Ukraine 3-0 earlier on Monday. Slovakia, meanwhile, will face Ukraine on Saturday, riding high on their perfect start to Euro 2024.
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