Germany secured the bronze medal in women's football at the Paris 2024 Olympics with a dramatic 1-0 victory over Spain, thanks to goalkeeper Ann-Katrin Berger's last-minute save of a penalty from Alexia Putellas. Giulia Gwinn scored the decisive goal from the spot in the 65th minute after being fouled by Spain's goalkeeper Cata Coll. Despite a strong performance, Spain, who came into the tournament as the reigning World Champions, left the Olympics empty-handed after failing to convert their own penalty opportunity. This marked Germany's fourth bronze in Olympic women's football, having previously won gold in 2016. Berger's heroics, including her earlier penalty saves in the tournament, solidified her status as a key player for Germany. The result underscored a disappointing campaign for Spain, who had high hopes after their World Cup triumph.