Spain suffered a significant setback in the Euro 2024 final when Rodri, their star midfielder, had to be substituted at halftime due to an injury. The player was visibly distressed as he left the field, knowing his game was over. This turn of events shocked the ITV panel, who recognized Rodri as one of the best midfielders in the world and a key player for Spain.
The injury occurred when Rodri attempted to block a shot from Harry Kane, colliding with his teammate Aymeric Laporte in the process. Despite this setback, Spain quickly took the lead in the second half, with Nico Williams scoring just 70 seconds after the restart. England managed to equalize through Cole Palmer, but Mikel Oyarzabal’s late winner sealed the deal for Spain, much to the delight of Rodri, who was named the player of the tournament.
A dejected Rodri walks off the pitch at halftime after sustaining an injury
The Spain midfielder is disheartened, knowing his game is over in the Euro 2024 final
Jude Bellingham consoles the Man City and Spain midfielder before they head to the tunnel
Right before Spain scored the opener, Rodri’s substitution caught the ITV panel off guard. “You talk about England getting lucky in situations…wow,” Gary Neville remarked as the second half was about to kick off. Ian Wright added, “He’s the best midfielder on the planet, and he’s just left the field.”
Rodri (left) takes a seat on the Spain bench after being replaced at halftime
Rodri appears to have sustained the injury while attempting to block Harry Kane’s (No. 9) shot
Rodri’s injury likely occurred when he tried to block Harry Kane’s shot in the box, resulting in a collision with his teammate Aymeric Laporte. As he walked off at halftime, Rodri was visibly upset, with his head in his hands.