Watch: Should this have been a handball against Spain?

The on-field referee let play continue, and after the video assistant referee took a look, it was determined not to be an infraction — presumably because Cucarella's arm was near enough to his body and not in an unnatural position.

If Germany had been awarded a penalty, they could have had an opportunity to take a 2-1 lead and potentially advance to the next round.

Ultimately, the Spanish scored the go-ahead goal in the 119th minute to clinch the victory.

Now through to the semifinals, Spain will await the winner of France and Portugal who play on Friday afternoon.