Nations League: Merino saves Spain in Netherlands, Germany roar back at Italy

- Arsenal’s makeshift striker on target again in 2-2 draw
- Goretzka gives Germans the edge in quarter-final
Spain snatched a stoppage-time equaliser against the 10 men of the Netherlands to secure a 2-2 draw on Thursday that kept up a two-year unbeaten streak and gave the holders the advantage in their Nations League quarter-final.
The substitute Mikel Merino, a makeshift striker at club level for Arsenal, proved his ability in front of goal for his country too with a close-range finish three minutes into added time.
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