England edged past Switzerland in the Euro 2024 quarterfinals, winning 5-3 on penalties after a 1-1 draw. Breel Embolo put Switzerland ahead in the 75th minute, but Bukayo Saka equalized five minutes later with a stunning strike. In the shootout, Jordan Pickford’s crucial save against Manuel Akanji set the stage for Trent Alexander-Arnold to score the decisive penalty, sending England into the semifinals.
IMO, England’s resilience stood out, especially Saka’s redemption after his Euro 2020 penalty miss. However, the team’s reliance on individual brilliance raises questions about their tactical approach moving forward.