Weghorst’s Late Heroics Seal Netherlands Victory in Euro 2024 Clash Against Poland

Substitute Wout Weghorst struck late on to secure the Netherlands victory 2-1 over Poland in their opening game in Group D of Euro 2024.

FT: 🇵🇱 Poland 1-2 Netherlands 🇳🇱#EURO2024 #POLNED pic.twitter.com/u1w6l7exJP

— Match Spoots (@matchspoots) June 16, 2024

The match, held at Hamburg’s Volksparkstadion, saw Poland take an early lead with Adam Buksa’s header in the 16th minute.

Despite the absence of their captain Robert Lewandowski due to injury, Poland maintained a strong front.

However, the Dutch team’s persistence paid off as Cody Gakpo leveled the score before halftime, keeping their hopes alive.

As the game progressed, it was substitute Wout Weghorst who became the hero for the Netherlands, firing home a crucial goal in the 83rd minute.

His strike not only secured a late win for his team but also highlighted the Netherlands’ capability to turn the tide in crucial moments.

The victory sets a promising start for the Dutch team in their Euro 2024 journey.