LONDON: Germany remain on course for a ninth women’s European Championship title but were made to work hard for a 2-0 win over Austria to reach the semi-finals of Euro 2022 on Thursday.
Austria hit the woodwork three times in London, but goals from Lina Magull and Alexandra Popp sent the Germans through to meet France or the Netherlands in the semi-finals.
“The game could have ended 6-3,” said Germany coach Martina Voss-Tecklenburg.
“We played against a very good side. Huge compliments to Austria.
“I still believe that we leave the pitch as deserved winners.”
Germany had cruised through what appeared to be the toughest group with…
