Manuel Neuer insists Germany “were the better side and are deservedly through to the semi-finals” past Italy.
The game ended 1-1 after 120 minutes and even the penalty shoot-out went to extra time in the Euro 2016 quarter-final.
"I have never experienced a shoot-out like this,” goalkeeper Neuer told uefa.com.
Manuel Neuer insists Germany “were the better side and are deservedly through to the semi-finals” past Italy.
The game ended 1-1 after 120 minutes and even the penalty shoot-out went to extra time in the Euro 2016 quarter-final.
"I have never experienced a shoot-out like this,” goalkeeper Neuer told uefa.com.
“I think most of the Italians just aimed into the middle. The 1-1 score we conceded during regular time was a bit unlucky. But I believe we were the better side and are deservedly through to the semi-finals.
"It was something special to have so many penalty-takers, such drama! We did not manage to beat Italy in 90 minutes. We did not beat Italy in 120 minutes.
“Then this shoot-out just fitted that duel between Italy and Germany. It wasn't that easy. It was a war of nerves. I did prepare, but none of their penalty takers aimed where they usually do."