Alexia Putellas had scored twice, but she still wanted more. It was the 92nd minute of Spain’s 6-2 rout of Belgium when the 31-year-old took yet another shot on goal. This one sailed over, but she could not contain her smile at the final whistle.

By Philip O'Connor THUN, Switzerland (Reuters) -Spain striker Alexia Putellas scored two cracking goals as her side defeated Belgium 6-2 on Monday to all but guarantee themselves a spot in the knockout stage at the Women's Euros,

World Cup champion Spain is closing in on the quarterfinals of the Women’s European Championship after another statement victory. It routed Belgium 6-2 in Thun.