Italy secures knockout spot with Zaccagni’s heroics against Croatia, while Spain tops Group B. Modric’s historic goal adds intensity to their longstanding rivalry as Italy prepares to face Switzerland in a thrilling Euro 2024 knockout opener.
Italy Secures Knockout Spot Thanks to Zaccagni’s Heroics
In a crucial match against Croatia, Mattia Zaccagni’s goal ensured Italy earned a valuable point, securing their place in the knockout stage. Meanwhile, Spain topped Group B after defeating Albania 1-0 without conceding a single goal throughout the group stage.
Italy Rescues Round of 16
Italy avoided a tense Euro 2024 qualification scenario with a thrilling 1-1 draw against Croatia, thanks to Mattia Zaccagni’s late equalizer in the 98th minute.
Late Drama in Euro 2024 Match
Luka Modrić scored early in the second half, putting Croatia on the brink of advancing as the second-place team. However, Lazio’s winger delivered a stunning goal in the final moments, securing a dramatic win for the defending champions
Italy and Croatia’s Fate Hangs in Balance
Italy aimed for a draw to secure their advancement, contrasting Croatia’s desperate need for a win to prolong their tournament journey. With only two points from three matches, Croatia now relies on additional outcomes to determine if they can qualify as one of the top third-place finishers.
Intense Euro 2024 Opener Sets Stage for Italy vs. Switzerland
Luciano Spalletti’s Italian team is set to face Switzerland in the knockout stage opener in Berlin on Saturday at 18:00. The match, despite a lack of goals, was highly charged, especially in the first half. It showcased remarkable saves from both goalkeepers, Gianluigi Donnarumma of Italy and Dominik Livaković of Croatia.
Modric Makes History
Croatia continued to pose a formidable challenge for Italy, maintaining an unbeaten record against the Azzurri in major tournaments. Their 38-year-old captain, Luka Modric, etched his name in history as the oldest scorer in Euro championships, thanks to his crucial goal.
