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Hit: Yann Sommer (Switzerland)
The only reason Spain didn't win the match in normal time was because of Yann Sommer's heroics. He was an impenetrable wall in goal, making numerous crucial stops and saves to keep Switzerland in the match and frustrate their Spanish counterparts.
In set-piece situations, too, Sommer showed commendable anticipation, punching the ball clear or standing tall to headed efforts. In the shootout, he blocked Rodri's penalty, but that was to no avail, as Switzerland missed three of their four penalties to exit the tournament.
Yet, nothing takes away from Sommer's heroics against Spain on the day. He produced a goalkeeping masterclass for the ages.
Flop: Pablo Sarabia (Spain)
Spain's attacking performance was largely disappointing, as neither of their front three were impressive. But Pablo Sarabia had the worst game among the striking triumvirate, so it wasn't surprising to see him subbed off at half-time.
Following back-to-back fabulous outings against Slovakia and Croatia, the PSG starlet ran out of steam against Switzerland. Without a single accurate cross or an effort on goal, he seemed lost on the left flank and made no meaningful impact going forward.
He looked to stretch the Swiss defence open with his darting runs and had space to work into, but Sarabia was not his menacing self on the day. He also lost possession a staggering 14 times in the opening stanza.
Hit: Switzerland
It's the end of the road for Switzerland at Euro 2020, but what an incredible journey they've had! Nobody saw them coming this far at the tournament, but the Rossocociati surpassed all expectations to script a memorable underdog story at the tournament.
Finishing third in Group A and qualifying for the knockout stages by the skin of their teeth, Vladimir Petkovic's side sent shockwaves by ousting world champions France in the last-16. They showed tremendous character and courage in the face of adversity to beat Les Bleus.
Against Spain, they were undeterred even after going down to ten men. They dragged their counterparts to extra-time, where the Nati resisted Spain for 30 more minutes with admirable defensive resolve.
Technically, Switzerland lost just once in the tournament in five games, despite playing against some of Europe's biggest heavyweights. So they can go home with their heads held high.
