Four weeks of gripping international football has led up to this moment, as Sunday's Euro 2024 final fast approaches.
Spain and England will take to the pitch in Berlin with the hope of becoming European champions - with both sides having experienced very different routes to the final.
Spain were the only nation to win every game in the group stage, and also the only team who did not concede a single goal in those three games - which saw them emerge as early tournament favourites.
They survived an early scare against Georgia, to eventually record an emphatic 4-1 victory in the round of 16, setting up a quarterfinal tie against the hosts, Germany.
Here, Spain were given their toughest game of the tournament so far, but eventually came out on top after a 119th-minute winner by Mikel Merino, which saw the host nation crash out far earlier than they would have expected.
Then, most recently, they had the small task of overcoming 2018 world champions, France. They did so in slightly less than convincing fashion, as they narrowly held onto a 2-1 lead to secure their space in the final - despite a late onslaught from Didier Deschamps' side.
The Three Lions' road to the final has been far from glamorous, which started with winning just a single group game, following draws against Denmark and Slovenia.
Despite this poor form, which was met with criticism from fans, England topped their group which set up a round of 16 tie against Slovakia.
If it were not for a 95th minute Jude Bellingham bicycle kick, England would have bowed out here but Harry Kane scored a winner in extra time to draw England against Switzerland in the quarterfinal.
Here, Gareth Southgate's side again from behind to draw level, but eventually won the game on penalties, after five perfect spot-kicks from those called upon by England, as well as a fine save by Jordan Pickford.
Despite conceding very early in the semi-final against the Netherlands, England put up perhaps their best performance of the tournament and, as has become a theme for them this tournament, secured a late winner to book their place in the final - courtesy of Ollie Watkins.
While England have often counted their lucky stars at Euro 2024, they look to have turned a corner while - at the same time - Spain have shown occasional signs of weakness for the first time, teeing up a fascinating showdown in the final.
Interestingly, England have not lost against Spain in an international tournament since the 1950 World Cup - having played them three times since then, winning two and drawing one.
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Team news
Spain
Spain manager Luis de la Fuente will once again be able to call upon defensive duo Robin Le Normand and Dani Carvajal, after they both served a suspension during the semi-final.
The Red Fury will continue to be without midfielder Pedri, who suffered a knee injury during their quarterfinal win over Germany.
In more positive news, Alvaro Morata is expected to be fully fit for the final, despite injury fears after he collided with a security guard following Spain's semi-final win.
There are also doubts over the fitness of Ayoze Perez, who has played a bit-part role so far in the tournament.
There are no other suspensions or known injury concerns for Spain to contend with ahead of their showdown with England.
England
England are also without any suspensions heading into this game, which will come as a huge relief to Southgate.
Luke Shaw has continued to build up his match fitness following his return from a five-month injury, but it is unclear if he will be able to start in the final - or whether he will once again be confined to the bench.
Southgate raised doubts over the fitness of Kieran Trippier, who was withdrawn at halftime in the semi-final, saying: "We didn’t want to take any chances [...] We’ll see how Tripps [Trippier] is, but he has been a soldier," after the game.
There are also doubts as to whether Kane is fully fit, as has been the case for the entire tournament, but the England captain is all but certain to lead the line against Spain.
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Likely line-ups
Spain
Simon; Carvajal, Normand, Laporte, Cucurella; Rodri, Ruiz; Yamal, Olmo, Williams; Morata
England
Pickford; Walker, Stones, Guehi; Saka, Rice, Mainoo, Shaw; Bellingham, Foden; Kane
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Key players
Spain - Lamine Yamal
The obvious choice, but it would be easy to understate just how magnificent Yamal has been so far at Euro 2024.
The 17-year-old had already broken the record as the youngest player to feature at a European Championship, but his sensational strike in the semi-final also saw him become the tournament's youngest-ever goal-scorer.
The Barcelona prodigy has also recorded three assists throughout the tournament and has been a constant threat despite his tender age - and will be one of the biggest threats that England must contain in the final.
England - Bukayo Saka
England have so often relied on moments of individual greatness and, if there is one Three Lions star who can offer that, it is Bukayo Saka.
In a new wing-back role, Saka has provided constant threat on the right-hand side, and produced a stunning crucial late equaliser against Switzerland in the quarterfinal.
There is no doubt as to the Arsenal star's inclusion in Sunday's starting 11, and he could very well have a huge say in the outcome of the final - especially if England are to emerge victorious.
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Match details
Where is the game being played?
The Euro 2024 final is being played at the Olympiastadion, in Berlin, which has a capacity of 74,475.
What time is kick-off?
The showpiece event will kick off at 20:00 BST, on Sunday 14 July.
How can I watch?
For viewers in the United Kingdom, the game will be shown live on both BBC One and ITV1, with coverage starting at 18:30 BST on both channels.
Highlights will also be available on YouTube shortly after full-time.
