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In a highly anticipated match on June 20, 2024, Spain emerged victorious against Italy in their second group stage encounter of Euro 2024. The sole goal of the game came from an unexpected source – Italy’s defender Riccardo Calafiori, who scored an own goal, securing Spain’s place in the knockout round.

Starting Lineups

Spain’s starting XI featured Unai Simon in goal, with a defensive quartet of Dani Carvajal, Robin Le Normand, Aymeric Laporte, and Marc Cucurella. The midfield trio consisted of Fabian Ruiz, Rodri, and Pedri, while the attacking trident comprised Lamine Yamal, Alvaro Morata (captain), and Nico Williams.

Italy, led by captain Gianluigi Donnarumma, fielded a starting lineup that included Giovanni Di Lorenzo, Alessandro Bastoni, Riccardo Calafiori, and Federico Dimarco in defense. Jorginho, Nicolo Barella, and Davide Frattesi formed the midfield trio, supporting a frontline of Federico Chiesa, Lorenzo Pellegrini, and Gianluca Scamacca.

Match Summary

The match began with both teams displaying cautious approaches, each seeking to gain a foothold in the game. Spain gradually gained momentum, with Pedri and Fabian Ruiz dictating the pace of the game. Italy’s defense, marshaled by Bastoni and Calafiori, held firm until the 38th minute when disaster struck. A well-crafted move by Spain saw Morata’s shot deflected by Calafiori, resulting in an own goal that gave Spain the lead.

The second half saw Italy push forward in search of an equalizer, but Spain’s defense, led by Laporte and Le Normand, remained resolute. Chiesa and Scamacca had half-chances for Italy, but Unai Simon stood tall in goal, ensuring Spain’s slender lead remained intact.

Post-Match Reactions

Spain’s coach praised his team’s resilience and tactical discipline, stating, “We knew Italy would be tough opponents, but our players executed the game plan perfectly. We’re delighted to progress to the next round.”

Italy’s coach, meanwhile, rued his team’s misfortune, saying, “We dominated possession but couldn’t capitalize on our chances. The own goal was a cruel blow, but we’ll regroup and focus on our final group match.”

What’s Next?

Spain will face the runner-up of Group B in the knockout round, while Italy faces a must-win encounter against Switzerland to salvage their Euro 2024 campaign.

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