In a thrilling spectacle that could only be described as a masterclass in last-minute drama, Spain showcased their uncanny knack for stealing not just goals, but also the spotlight, as they orchestrated a miraculous 2-2 draw against the Netherlands. The scene? Rotterdam, where the Dutch had reportedly brought out their finest clogs in preparation for what they anticipated would be a solid victory, only to be met with an unexpected twist courtesy of Spanish substitute, Mikel Merino. Merino, the Arsenal striker who had apparently taken a crash course in goal-scoring after being relegated to an off-brand role at his club, decided that this was his moment to shine—or at least flicker. With three minutes of pure chaos left on the clock, he dashed into Dutch territory and, in a move that can only be described as "barely functional," managed to find the back of the net. Cue the gasps, cheers, and a collective facepalm from the Dutch fans who thought they had the game wrapped up tighter than their windmills. Earlier in the matchup, the Netherlands showed promise, momentarily gliding through the first half like tulips in spring. After all, they were playing against a team whose biggest challenge in recent years had been maintaining a two-year unbeaten streak. At this point, one might wonder if Spain had simply forgotten how to lose, or if they were secretly hosting a “how to make your opponents cry” seminar alongside their training regimen. Indeed, the Dutch had established an early lead, only to experience what could be described as a classic case of "overconfidence syndrome," a condition afflicting only the most ambitious footballers. Their defense resembled a group of tourists lost in a corn maze, and fans were left questioning whether they had inadvertently walked into a circus rather than a football match. But fear not, the Dutch rallied with a moment of brilliance—or perhaps, a moment of total confusion on the Spaniards' part—before finding themselves down a man and subsequently, another goal. The match, meanwhile, left fans wondering if the Netherlands had more lives than a particularly adventurous cat. However, any hopes of a romantic fairytale ending dissipated as Merino waltzed in to save the day, leaving the Dutch defense looking like they had just encountered a group of unexpected breakdancers at a wedding reception. As the whistle blew, the Dutch players kicked the grass in despair, while Spanish fans erupted in joy, reminding us all that sometimes it’s not about how you start the game, but rather how many stoppage-time gigs you can pull off to secure that sweet, sweet draw. And so, as Spain continued their unbeaten streak, they also prepared to write their next chapter titled "Why We Prefer Dramatic Escapes Over Simple Wins." The world would be watching eagerly, popcorn in hand, ready for the next thrilling episode featuring the two teams, now equally skilled in making fans clutch their chests and gasp for air.