Belgrade 2026: Hungary’s shootout success sends them to semi-finals, as title-holders Spain eliminated

Hungary’s players and coaches celebrate reaching the semi-finals of the European Championships, and eliminating Spain from the race for the title. Photo: European Aquatics

Spain’s reign as European champions ended amid high drama as Hungary edged a classic on penalties, a contest that felt every inch a final before the semi-finals had even begun. The night belonged to Soma Vogel, the Hungarian goalkeeper producing a throwback performance by saving four penalties in total – two in regular time and two in the shootout ...