Netherlands Secures Dramatic 2-1 Victory Over Poland Amid Security Incident in Hamburg

Wout Weghorst emerged as the hero for the Netherlands, scoring a late winner in their Euro 2024 match against Poland, securing a 2-1 victory. The Dutch side had been struggling to convert their dominance into goals, with Cody Gakpo equalizing after Adam Buksa's opener for Poland. Ronald Koeman brought Weghorst off the bench, and he scored within minutes, continuing his trend of impactful substitute appearances. Despite their 21 shots and 67% possession, the Netherlands relied on Weghorst's decisive strike to clinch the win. This victory highlights Weghorst's role as a crucial 'super-sub' for the Dutch team, reminiscent of his key goals in previous tournaments. The match also had a somber note with a security incident in Hamburg before the game, where police shot a man armed with a pickaxe and incendiary device.