Germany Cruises Past France, Sets Up England Final in U21 Euros

Germany achieved a straightforward win in their UEFA European Under-21 Championship semi-final encounter with France. The Germans were in control from the outset, quickly gaining the upper hand through early goals from Weiper and Woltemade within the initial fifteen minutes. The French reaction was delayed, only mounting a challenge towards the end of the first half and largely being subdued throughout the second period. Germany sealed their dominant performance with a third goal from Gruda deep in added time, confirmed after a lengthy VAR review.

This victory means the final will be contested between England and Germany. These two nations have previously met for the title on two occasions: in 1982 (England won 5-4 on aggregate) and in 2009 (Germany won 4-0).