"Ann-Katrin Beger's final save in the penalty shootout clinched a dramatic victory for Germany, overcoming France 6-5 after a thrilling match that ended in a draw at 1-1."
"Germany entered a bruising encounter against France, where Kathrin Hendrich was sent off early for hair-pulling, leading to France's first goal from a penalty by Grace Geyoro."
"Sjoeke Nuesken's equalizing header from a Klara Buehl corner in the 25th minute showcased Germany's resilience after trailing early in the match."
"Germany's struggle continued, with Nuesken's second-half penalty saved and two goals from France ruled out for offside, prompting the match to go to penalties after extra time."
Germany triumphed over France in a penalty shootout, winning 6-5 after a 1-1 draw in regulation and extra time. The match began aggressively, with Germany's Kathrin Hendrich receiving a red card early for hair-pulling, leading to Grace Geyoro scoring from a penalty kick for France. Germany responded with Sjoeke Nuesken's header from a corner to equalize. Despite missed opportunities and contentious offside decisions, neither team could score in extra time, leading to penalties where Ann-Katrin Beger's decisive save secured Germany's passage to face Spain in the semifinals, while England awaits Italy in the other semifinal matchup.
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