Portugal became the first team to reach the final of the U21 European Championship. The Portuguese defeated defending champions Spain 1-0 (0-0) in Maribor, Slovenia, inflicting their first defeat on their neighbors in two years. Jorge Cuenca scored an own goal in the 80th minute.
Portugal had only previously reached the final in 1994 and 2015, losing both finals. Spain missed numerous chances and missed their third consecutive final.
Portugal became the first team to reach the final of the U21 European Championship. The Portuguese defeated defending champions Spain 1-0 (0-0) in Maribor, Slovenia, inflicting their first defeat on their neighbors in two years. Jorge Cuenca scored an own goal in the 80th minute.
Portugal had only previously reached the final in 1994 and 2015, losing both finals. Spain missed numerous chances and missed their third consecutive final.