Euro 2020 Highlights, Croatia vs Spain: Morata, Oyarzabal Hand Spain 5-3 Win in Extra Time
3 years, 5 months ago

Euro 2020 Highlights, Croatia vs Spain: Morata, Oyarzabal Hand Spain 5-3 Win in Extra Time

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UEFA Euro 2020 Highlights Croatia vs Spain: Spain have finally conceded a bizarre own goal as keeper Unai Simon missed a pass back to him in the 20th minute as Pablo Sarabia equalised in the 38th minute and Cesar Azpilicueta gave them the lead in the 57th and Ferran Torres netted the third in the 77th against Croatia, but Mislav Orsic got one back in the 85th minute and Mario Pasalic scored in added time, in the Euro 2020 Round of 16 at Parken Stadium in Copenhagen. UEFA EURO 2020: FULL COVERAGE | Points Table | Schedule | Results Spain fell behind in the first half to a Pedri own goal from near the halfway line after an incredible error from keeper Unai Simon but they looked on their way to a comfortable victory with goals from Pablo Sarabia, Cesar Azpilicueta and Ferran Torres. Yet Croatia staged an unthinkable comeback with goals from Mislav Orsic in the 85th minute and a Mario Pasalic header in added time to force the extra period. Spain showed tremendous character though and prevailed thanks to Morata’s superb strike in the 100th minute and a goal from Mikel Oyarzabal in the 103rd.

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UEFA Nations League 2024-25: Croatia stages comeback to draw against Portugal, qualifies for knockouts
1 month ago

UEFA Nations League 2024-25: Croatia stages comeback to draw against Portugal, qualifies for knockouts

The Hindu  

Josko Gvardiol scored his first international goal in two years to rescue a point for Croatia in its 1-1 Nations League A Group 1 draw with Portugal in Split on Monday as both teams advance to March’s quarterfinals. The visitor led thanks to a superb finish from Joao Felix, who expertly controlled Vitinha’s perfect pass into his path and lashed …

Croatia vs Portugal LIVE streaming info, UEFA Nations League: When, where to watch CRO v POR; Preview, Predicted lineups
1 month, 1 week ago

Croatia vs Portugal LIVE streaming info, UEFA Nations League: When, where to watch CRO v POR; Preview, Predicted lineups

The Hindu  

Croatia hosts Portugal in an UEFA Nations League 2024-25 clash at the Poljud Stadium in Split on Monday with hopes of cementing its chances of advancing to the knockouts. Currently sitting on second place in League A Group 1, the 2023 runner-up in Croatia has seven points from five games, with a much better goal difference than the third-placed Poland, …

Which team will Spain face? Who is England up against? Here's how Euro 2024 semifinal fixtures look like
5 months, 2 weeks ago

Which team will Spain face? Who is England up against? Here's how Euro 2024 semifinal fixtures look like

Hindustan Times  

After three weeks of riveting action, the 2024 edition of the European Championship is down to just four teams, who will remain for a place in the final and lift the coveted trophy on July 14 at the Olympiastadion Berlin. Later on Saturday, Euro 2020 runner-up England beat Switzerland via penalties while Euro 1988 winner Netherlands became the final team …

Euro 2024: Merino last-gasp goal sends Spain to semis after dramatic extra-time win over Germany
5 months, 2 weeks ago

Euro 2024: Merino last-gasp goal sends Spain to semis after dramatic extra-time win over Germany

The Hindu  

Substitute headed Spain into the semifinals of the European Championship as they snatched a 2-1 win over Germany in extra time on Friday. Florian Wirtz’s equalizer in the last minute of regulation time sent the gripping quarterfinal to extra time after Dani Olmo — who set up Merino’s winner — netted the opener early in the second half. This was …

Euro 2024: Mikel Merino's late header sends Spain into semifinals with 2-1 win over Germany
5 months, 2 weeks ago

Euro 2024: Mikel Merino's late header sends Spain into semifinals with 2-1 win over Germany

Hindustan Times  

A Mikel Merino goal in the final minute of extra time took Spain to a 2-1 win over Germany and into the Euro 2024 semis. Spain's Mikel Merino, centre, scores his side's second goal during a quarter final match between Germany and Spain at the Euro 2024 soccer tournament in Stuttgart, Germany, Friday, July 5, 2024. After a fiery yet …

Euro 2024 quarterfinal: Merino scores in extra time to help Spain beat Germany 2-1 to reach semifinal
5 months, 2 weeks ago

Euro 2024 quarterfinal: Merino scores in extra time to help Spain beat Germany 2-1 to reach semifinal

The Hindu  

A Mikel Merino goal in the last moments of extra time gave Spain a dramatic 2-1 win over host Germany in an enthralling Euro 2024 quarterfinal clash on Friday between the tournament’s two most successful nations. Spain was the better side for the first hour and wasted several opportunities before Dani Olmo gave it a deserved lead six minutes after …

Euro 2024: Zaccagni's stoppage-time stunner against Croatia sends Italy through to last 16
6 months ago

Euro 2024: Zaccagni's stoppage-time stunner against Croatia sends Italy through to last 16

The Hindu  

Luka Modric’s 55th minute seemed to send Croatia into the next round but Mattia Zaccagni’s late equaliser ensured defending champions Italy will play Switzerland in the round of 16 Mattia Zaccagni curled home a 98th minute equaliser as defending champions Italy booked a last-16 spot at Euro 2024 on Monday with a 1-1 draw against Croatia, whose tournament hopes were …

Euro 2024: Italy stuns Croatia, Spain advances with perfect record
6 months ago

Euro 2024: Italy stuns Croatia, Spain advances with perfect record

China Daily  

Italy's Gianluigi Donnarumma celebrates with coach Luciano Spalletti and Mattia Zaccagni after the match against Croatia of Group B at the Euro 2024 at Leipzig Stadium, Leipzig, Germany June 24, 2024. BERLIN -- Mattias Zaccagni's last-grasp 1-1 equalizer against Croatia sent reigning champion Italy through the Euro 2024 group stage while Spain capped a perfect Group B run with 1-0 …

Euro 2024: Croatia on brink of knockout, Spain, Italy qualify for Round of 16
6 months ago

Euro 2024: Croatia on brink of knockout, Spain, Italy qualify for Round of 16

India Today  

An added time goal from Italy's Mattia Zaccagni snatched a 1-1 draw with Croatia which was enough to earn them a place in the last 16 of Euro 2024 as Group B runners-up where they will face Switzerland, while Croatia must wait to see if they progress. Spain top the group on nine points, Italy finish with four and Croatia …

Much-changed Spain beats Albania 1-0 at Euro 2024 to finish perfect group stage
6 months ago

Much-changed Spain beats Albania 1-0 at Euro 2024 to finish perfect group stage

Associated Press  

DUESSELDORF, Germany — Spain changed almost its entire lineup and still kept up its victorious start to the European Championship with a 1-0 win over Albania, which was eliminated on Monday. With his team already assured of winning Group B, coach Luis de la Fuente changed 10 of his starters and Spain won all three group games at a Euros …

Euro 2024: Croatia faces Italy in crunch survival clash
6 months ago

Euro 2024: Croatia faces Italy in crunch survival clash

The Hindu  

Group B was dubbed Euro 2024’s ‘Group of Death’ but while Spain soared through with a game to spare, heavyweights Italy and Croatia meet on June 24 fighting to stay in the competition. “We control our own fate -- that’s a good thing,” said the stopper, who shone at the Qatar World Cup, saving a penalty in a shoot-out against …

Euro 2024: Spain advances to knockout round with statement win over defending champion Italy
6 months ago

Euro 2024: Spain advances to knockout round with statement win over defending champion Italy

The Hindu  

Spain, the three-time European champion advanced to the round of 16 at Euro 2024 after a 1-0 win against holder Italy on Thursday. “I think it was the best Spain performance I have taken charge of,” coach Luis de la Fuente said. The sky is the limit.” Spain totally dominated defending champion Italy, with 16-year-old winger Lamine Yamal further enhancing …

Spain v Italy LIVE: Result and reaction as Nico Williams skill forces own goal winner in Euro 2024 clash
6 months ago

Spain v Italy LIVE: Result and reaction as Nico Williams skill forces own goal winner in Euro 2024 clash

The Independent  

✕ Close 'We are too comfortable' - Spalletti irritated despite Euro 2024 opening win Sign up to Miguel Delaney’s Reading the Game newsletter sent straight to your inbox for free Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from …

Spain advances to knockout round at Euro 2024 with statement win over defending champion Italy
6 months ago

Spain advances to knockout round at Euro 2024 with statement win over defending champion Italy

Associated Press  

GELSENKIRCHEN, Germany — Europe beware — Spain might just be back. “I think it was the best Spain performance I have taken charge of,” coach Luis de la Fuente said. The sky is the limit.” Spain totally dominated defending champion Italy, with 16-year-old winger Lamine Yamal further enhancing his reputation as one of soccer’s most exciting young stars. They caused …

Spain vs Italy, Euro 2024: Top three player battles and key match-ups in the crucial Group B Euros clash
6 months ago

Spain vs Italy, Euro 2024: Top three player battles and key match-ups in the crucial Group B Euros clash

The Hindu  

Retooled versions of Spain and Italy meet on Thursday in a highly anticipated Euro 2024 Group B encounter between the winners of three of the last four European Championships. READ FULL PREVIEW | New look Spain and Italy meet in battle of play styles Here are the top three player match-ups that could have an impact on the result of …

Germany beat Hungary, Albania shock Croatia in Euro 2024
6 months ago

Germany beat Hungary, Albania shock Croatia in Euro 2024

China Daily  

Jamal Musiala of Germany scores a goal during the UEFA Euro 2024 Group A match between Germany and Hungary in Stuttgart, Germany on June 19, 2024. BERLIN -- Goals from Jamal Musiala and Ilkay Gundogan helped Germany advance into last 16 after securing the second straight win 2-0 over Hungary while Albania left it late to snatch a 2-2 stalemate …

Spain ease past Croatia, Italy overpower Albania in Euro 2024
6 months, 1 week ago

Spain ease past Croatia, Italy overpower Albania in Euro 2024

China Daily  

BERLIN -- Spain ensured a perfect start into Euro 2024 after easing past Croatia with three goals in 45 minutes while Italy came from behind to edge Albania 2-1 in Group B on Saturday. The three first-half goals from Alvaro Morata, Fabian Ruiz and Daniel Carvajal allowed the Spaniards to start their Euro 2024 campaign with a bang in Group …

Italy vs Albania LIVE: Euro 2024 result and final score from Group B fixture tonight
6 months, 1 week ago

Italy vs Albania LIVE: Euro 2024 result and final score from Group B fixture tonight

The Independent  

✕ Close Euro 2024: Who are the favourites? Albania scored the fastest goal in Euros history after Nedim Bajrami collected Dimarco’s throw-in and rifled past Donnarumma within 23 seconds of kick-off. But a determined Azzurri side quickly got one back after Alessandro Bastoni rose highest to thump home a header at the far post, and the comeback was completed within …

Tiki-taka no more: Spain’s remarkable ball possession streak ends at Euro 2024 against Croatia
6 months, 1 week ago

Tiki-taka no more: Spain’s remarkable ball possession streak ends at Euro 2024 against Croatia

Associated Press  

BERLIN — Greedy for the ball no more, Spain has won a game by playing unlike Spain. After La Roja’s 3-0 victory over Croatia 3-0 at Euro 2024 on Saturday, the match statistics showed something extremely rare: Spain had only 46% possession. “The important thing is winning and playing well, not the possession stats,” Spain midfielder Fabián Ruiz said after …

Spain vs Croatia player ratings: Teenager Lamine Yamal shows glimpses of bright future in easy Euro 2024 win
6 months, 1 week ago

Spain vs Croatia player ratings: Teenager Lamine Yamal shows glimpses of bright future in easy Euro 2024 win

The Independent  

Sign up to Miguel Delaney’s Reading the Game newsletter sent straight to your inbox for free Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Captain Alvaro Morata opened the scoring for Luis de la Fuente’s side …

Euro 2024: Spain romp past Croatia in opener as Yamal makes history
6 months, 1 week ago

Euro 2024: Spain romp past Croatia in opener as Yamal makes history

The Hindu  

Spain made a dream start to Euro 2024 as Alvaro Morata scored in a statement 3-0 victory over Croatia in Berlin on June 15, with Lamine Yamal becoming the youngest player in the competition’s history. Spain also showed their increasing versatility under De la Fuente with their first goal, as one excellent through ball from inside his own half by …

Euro 2024: Familiar foes Spain and Croatia clash again in group opener
6 months, 1 week ago

Euro 2024: Familiar foes Spain and Croatia clash again in group opener

Associated Press  

BERLIN — Spain’s bid for a fourth European Championship title begins against Croatia in Berlin’s Olympiastadion — where the final will be played next month. Here’s what to know about the match: Match facts — Spain and Croatia are meeting for the fourth successive time at the European Championship. Team news — Spain coach Luis de la Fuente dropped Barcelona …

Davids and Goliaths: Euro 2024 Group A-C
6 months, 1 week ago

Davids and Goliaths: Euro 2024 Group A-C

The Hindu  

As Germany gets ready to host Euro 2024 from June 14, an analysis of Groups A to C. Group A: Germany, Scotland, Hungary and Switzerland. Golden Swiss and ‘Tartan Army Neighbouring Switzerland head into Euro 2024 as the most successful team in the country’s history, a continuation of the side which won the U17 World Cup in 2009. Able to …

Watch: How Simon’s penalty heroics ended Spain's 11-year drought, denied Modric fairytale trophy in Nations League final
1 year, 6 months ago

Watch: How Simon’s penalty heroics ended Spain's 11-year drought, denied Modric fairytale trophy in Nations League final

Hindustan Times  

The 2022-23 cycle of the UEFA Nations League drew to a close at Rotterdam’s De Kuip stadium on Sunday, with 2021 finalists Spain overcoming that last step this time around and beating Croatia on penalties. Spain goalkeeper Unai Simon stops a penalty shot from Croatia's Lovro Majer during a penalty shootout at the end of the Nations League final Spain …

Nations League final | Spain wins as Unai Simon saves two Croatia penalties in shootout
1 year, 6 months ago

Nations League final | Spain wins as Unai Simon saves two Croatia penalties in shootout

The Hindu  

Spain's 11-year trophy drought is over. Goalkeeper Unai Simon saved two shots as Spain beat Croatia in a penalty shootout after their tense Nations League final had finished 0-0 Sunday. “We have total confidence in his ability to take penalties.” Spain’s other previous titles came in the 2010 World Cup and the European Championships in 1964, 2008 and 2012. Italy …

Spain hold nerve in shootout to deny Croatia in Nations League final
1 year, 6 months ago

Spain hold nerve in shootout to deny Croatia in Nations League final

Hindustan Times  

Serial winner Dani Carvajal converted the decisive spotkick to hand Spain a first title in more than a decade as they edged Croatia 5-4 in a penalty shootout to win the Nations League in Rotterdam on Sunday. Spain's Jesus Navas lifts the trophy with teammates after winning the UEFA Nations League final The 31-year-old, who has won five Champions League …

Spain Snatch Nations League Glory with Shoot-Out Win Against Croatia
1 year, 6 months ago

Spain Snatch Nations League Glory with Shoot-Out Win Against Croatia

News 18  

Dani Carvajal chipped home a Panenka penalty to win Spain the Nations League on Sunday, with a 5-4 shoot-out victory over Croatia, after a tense match finished 0-0 following extra-time. Spain goalkeeper Unai Simon denied Lovro Mayer and Bruno Petkovic from the spot, before Carvajal cheekily chipped home to earn La Roja their first trophy since Euro 2012 and break …

Spain beats Croatia in penalties to clinch UEFA Nations League title
1 year, 6 months ago

Spain beats Croatia in penalties to clinch UEFA Nations League title

The Hindu  

Dani Carvajal scored a Panenka penalty to win Spain the Nations League on Sunday, with a 5-4 shoot-out victory over Croatia, after a tense match finished 0-0 following extra-time. Spain goalkeeper Unai Simon denied Lovro Mayer and Bruno Petkovic from the spot, before Carvajal cheekily chipped home to earn La Roja their first trophy since Euro 2012 and break Croatian …

Spain wins Nations League final as Unai Simon saves two Croatia penalties in shootout
1 year, 6 months ago

Spain wins Nations League final as Unai Simon saves two Croatia penalties in shootout

Associated Press  

ROTTERDAM, Netherlands — Spain’s 11-year trophy drought is over. Goalkeeper Unai Simon saved two shots as Spain beat Croatia in a penalty shootout after their tense Nations League final had finished 0-0 Sunday. “We have total confidence in his ability to take penalties.” Spain’s other previous titles came in the 2010 World Cup and the European Championships in 1964, 2008 …

Croatia vs Spain LIVE streaming info, UEFA Nations League final: Preview, stats, when and where to watch CRO vs ESP?
1 year, 6 months ago

Croatia vs Spain LIVE streaming info, UEFA Nations League final: Preview, stats, when and where to watch CRO vs ESP?

The Hindu  

PREVIEW Croatia is aiming for its first tournament trophy as it plays Spain in the final of the Nations League in Rotterdam. FOLLOW CROATIA v SPAIN LIVE Croatia finished third in the World Cup last year and runner-up in 2018, and winning the Nations League would cap 37-year-old Luka Modric’s international career in what would be the Real Madrid midfielder’s …

Nations League Final, Croatia vs Spain live streaming: Preview, Possible XI, When and Where to watch in India
1 year, 6 months ago

Nations League Final, Croatia vs Spain live streaming: Preview, Possible XI, When and Where to watch in India

India TV News  

Croatia will target their maiden international trophy when they take on mighty Spain in the UEFA Nations League final on Sunday, June 18. On the other hand, Spain beat Italy in the second semi-final with new Real Madrid signing Joselu scoring an 88th-minute winner in a 2-1 win. UEFA Nations League Final, Match Details: Croatia vs Spain Venue: De Kuip, …

Substitute Joselu scores late winner as Spain beats Italy 2-1, advances to Nations League final
1 year, 6 months ago

Substitute Joselu scores late winner as Spain beats Italy 2-1, advances to Nations League final

The Hindu  

Another weekend, another European final for Rodri. The midfielder whose goal in Istanbul secured Manchester City’s first Champions League title on Saturday played another key role as Spain beat European champion Italy 2-1 on Thursday to advance to the Nations League final against Luka Modric’s Croatia on Sunday. “It’s been a huge effort — with the World Cup and winning …

Joselu’s late winner against Italy sends Spain into Nations League final
1 year, 6 months ago

Joselu’s late winner against Italy sends Spain into Nations League final

The Hindu  

Substitute Joselu scored a fortunate winner three minutes from the end as Spain booked their place in a second successive Nations League final with a deserved 2-1 victory over Italy on Thursday. Spain capitalised on a defensive lapse to take the lead inside three minutes as Yeremy Pino produced a cool finish, but when debutant Robin Le Normand handled the …

Spain Edges Out Italy to Secure Place in Nations League Final Showdown
1 year, 6 months ago

Spain Edges Out Italy to Secure Place in Nations League Final Showdown

News 18  

Spain’s Joselu pounced with two minutes remaining to snatch a 2-1 win over Italy on Thursday and set up a Nations League final clash against Croatia. “I am very happy for everyone, the group and the coach deserve it,” Jesus Navas, who became Spain’s oldest ever player at 37, told Spanish broadcaster TVE. “It’s a beautiful and hard-fought triumph, this …

Substitute Joselu scores late winner as Spain beats Italy 2-1, advances to Nations League final
1 year, 6 months ago

Substitute Joselu scores late winner as Spain beats Italy 2-1, advances to Nations League final

Associated Press  

ENSCHEDE, Netherlands — Another weekend, another European final for Rodri. The midfielder whose goal in Istanbul secured Manchester City’s first Champions League title on Saturday played another key role as Spain beat European champion Italy 2-1 on Thursday to advance to the Nations League final against Luka Modric’s Croatia on Sunday. “It’s been a huge effort — with the World …

Watch: How Luka Modric's assist and last-minute penalty masterclass sent Croatia into UEFA Nations League final
1 year, 6 months ago

Watch: How Luka Modric's assist and last-minute penalty masterclass sent Croatia into UEFA Nations League final

Hindustan Times  

Croatia and Netherlands put on a thrilling rollercoaster of a match at De Kuip in Rotterdam, taking their UEFA Nations League semifinal all the way to extra-time before one team pulled clear and booked a spot in the final with a 4-2 victory. Having already had gone ahead in extra-time through a fantastic bottom corner finish by striker Bruno Petkovic, …

Hockey World Cup 2023: Spain Beat Malaysia in Penalty Shootout to Set up Quarterfinal Clash With Australia
1 year, 11 months ago

Hockey World Cup 2023: Spain Beat Malaysia in Penalty Shootout to Set up Quarterfinal Clash With Australia

News 18  

Spain beat Malaysia 4-3 in penalty shootout in a thrilling crossover match to qualify for the quarter-finals of the FIH Men’s World Cup after the two sides were locked 2-2 in Bhubaneswar on Sunday. India Open: An Seyoung Beats Akane Yamaguchi to Clinch Women’s Singles Title, Kunlavut Vitidsarn Emerge Men’s Singles Champion After the two sides were goalless at half …

Croatia 2-1 Morocco: Great goals and Modric’s World Cup last dance
2 years ago

Croatia 2-1 Morocco: Great goals and Modric’s World Cup last dance

New York Times  

Croatia won the third-place play-off game against Morocco in a game which featured some world-class goals. OH MY 😳 Mislav Oršić with a beauty to put Croatia up just before the half 🎯 pic.twitter.com/OtquwmKsfr — FOX Soccer December 17, 2022 And then followed penalty shouts, emotional players, terrible VAR calls, players fuming at the referee and near-last-minute equalisers — almost …

Croatia at FIFA World Cup 2022: Team analysis, run-up to semifinal, chances vs Argentina
2 years ago

Croatia at FIFA World Cup 2022: Team analysis, run-up to semifinal, chances vs Argentina

The Hindu  

Croatia’s entry into the final of the 2018 World Cup was considered by many to be a miraculous one, considering how unheralded the side was coming into the tournament in Russia. Croatia’s Run-Up to Semifinal GROUP STAGE Croatia vs Morocco: 0-0 Croatia vs Canada: 4-1 Croatia vs Belgium: 0-0 Round of 16 Croatia vs Japan: 1-1 Quarterfinal Croatia vs Brazil: …

Recap: Croatia vs Brazil – World Cup 2022
2 years ago

Recap: Croatia vs Brazil – World Cup 2022

Al Jazeera  

Croatia has knocked tournament favourites Brazil out of the World Cup, beating the five-time champions 4-2 in a penalty shootout in the quarterfinals after the score was even after 120 minutes. Through a tense opening half at the Education City Stadium on Friday, there was nothing to separate tournament favourites Brazil and Croatia, with both sides enjoying half chances in …

FIFA World Cup 2022: Spain vs Germany headlines Super Sunday with Belgium & Croatia also in spotlight
2 years ago

FIFA World Cup 2022: Spain vs Germany headlines Super Sunday with Belgium & Croatia also in spotlight

India TV News  

Day 8 of the FIFA World Cup 2022 is all set for blockbuster affairs as four-time champions Germany will face 2010 champions Spain. Date: November 28, 2022 Kick-off: 12:30 AM IST Venue: Al Bayt Stadium in Al Khor Japan vs Costa Rica Japan fell behind against Germany on Wednesday, with Ilkay Gundogan scoring from the penalty spot in the 33rd …

World Cup Qualifiers: Serbia shocks Portugal to join Spain, Croatia at 2022 World Cup
3 years, 1 month ago

World Cup Qualifiers: Serbia shocks Portugal to join Spain, Croatia at 2022 World Cup

The Hindu  

Spain, Serbia and Croatia are heading to next year's World Cup. Aleksandar Mitrovic's 90th-minute header left Cristiano Ronaldo and Portugal stunned in a 2-1 win for Serbia in Lisbon, which gave Serbia an automatic qualifying spot at the World Cup in Qatar. Spain only needed a draw in its last game against Sweden to qualify, but Álvaro Morata made sure …

Serbia shocks Portugal to join Spain, Croatia at World Cup
3 years, 1 month ago

Serbia shocks Portugal to join Spain, Croatia at World Cup

Associated Press  

Spain, Serbia and Croatia are heading to next year’s World Cup. Aleksandar Mitrovic’s 90th-minute header left Cristiano Ronaldo and Portugal stunned in a 2-1 win for Serbia in Lisbon, which gave Serbia an automatic qualifying spot at the World Cup in Qatar. Spain only needed a draw in its last game against Sweden to qualify, but Álvaro Morata made sure …

Italy vs Spain LIVE: Nations League result, final score and reaction
3 years, 2 months ago

Italy vs Spain LIVE: Nations League result, final score and reaction

The Independent  

Spain celebrate Ferran Torres’ second goal Spain ended European champions Italy’s world record 37-match unbeaten run as Ferran Torres scored twice in a 2-1 win at the San Siro stadium in their Nations League semi-final. Torres put Spain ahead in the 17th minute, steering a left-wing cross from Mikel Oyarzabal into the far corner past Italy keeper Gianluigi Donnarumma. Roberto …

Italy and Spain Open Nations League Final Four with Replay of Euro 2020 Epic
3 years, 2 months ago

Italy and Spain Open Nations League Final Four with Replay of Euro 2020 Epic

News 18  

Italy and Spain will again face off in a semi-final on Wednesday when they take to the field at the San Siro for the Nations League Final Four opener, a replay of their epic Euro 2020 semi-final. “We’ll be facing a great Italy team: they deservedly beat England in the final of the Euro and they’ve kept their long unbeaten …

Spain loses to Sweden, suffers first World Cup qualifying defeat since 1993
3 years, 3 months ago

Spain loses to Sweden, suffers first World Cup qualifying defeat since 1993

The Hindu  

Sweden recovered from a goal down to hand Spain its first World Cup qualifying defeat for 28 years with a shock 2-1 victory on Thursday. Alexander Isak and Viktor Claesson produced sumptuous finishes to cancel Carlos Soler's early goal for the Euro 2020 semifinalist and move Sweden top of Group B. "It's a shame, we went for the win, and …

FIFA World Cup 2022 Qualifiers: Sweden beat Spain, European champs Italy held
3 years, 3 months ago

FIFA World Cup 2022 Qualifiers: Sweden beat Spain, European champs Italy held

Firstpost  

Viktor Claesson’s second-half strike, after excellent work from Juventus winger Dejan Kulusevski, put Sweden two points clear of Spain at the top of Group B with a game in hand. Sweden beat Spain 2-1 in Stockholm on Thursday to take control of their group in World Cup qualifying, while Italy were held by Bulgaria in their first match since winning …

EURO 2020 Final live score in Pictures: Italy defeats England on penalties to lift trophy
3 years, 5 months ago

EURO 2020 Final live score in Pictures: Italy defeats England on penalties to lift trophy

The Hindu  

Luke Shaw celebrates after giving England a second-minute lead against Italy in the EURO 2020 final at the Wembley Stadium on Sunday. Italy manager Roberto Mancini and his English counterpart Gareth Southgate look on anxiously from the sidelines as the UEFA EURO 2020 Final is in progress. Leonardo Bonucci scored the equaliser for Italy in the 67th minute of the …

Italy beat Spain on penalties to set up Euro 2020 final with England or Denmark
3 years, 5 months ago

Italy beat Spain on penalties to set up Euro 2020 final with England or Denmark

Deccan Chronicle  

London: Italy beat Spain 4-2 on penalties after a 1-1 draw in a magnificent Euro 2020 semi-final at Wembley on Tuesday, as Jorginho converted the decisive kick to take the Azzurri through to the final where they will face either England or Denmark. It is nine years since Spain mauled Italy 4-0 in the Euro 2012 final in Kiev to …

Italy Reach Euro 2020 Final After Penalty Shootout Against Spain
3 years, 5 months ago

Italy Reach Euro 2020 Final After Penalty Shootout Against Spain

The Quint  

They failed to manage a single shot until Unai palmed away Emerson's effort in the 45th minute, while the Spanish will have been disappointed at not working Donnarumma more despite their dominance. The second half started as the first ended with Di Lorenzo putting Olmo's cross out for a corner with Torres waiting to pounce, before Sergio Busquets fired just …

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