Nations League: Merino saves Spain in Netherlands, Germany roar back at Italy

03/20/2025 07:27 PM

• Arsenal's makeshift striker on target again in 2-2 draw
• Goretzka gives Germans the edge in quarter-final

Spain snatched a stoppage-time equaliser against the 10 men of the Netherlands to secure a 2-2 draw on Thursday that kept up a two-year unbeaten streak and gave the holders the advantage in their Nations League quarter-final tie.

Substitute Mikel Merino, a makeshift striker at club level for Arsenal, proved his ability in front of goal for his country too with a close-range finish three minutes into added time.