A great Donnarumma is not enough for Spalletti's Italy. In the second match of Euro 2024, the Azzurri are defeated by Spain 1-0.
A match dominated by Spain, who started strongly from the opening minutes. Italy were barely there, lacking in quality compared to Spain, who dominated by closing down every space. Goalkeeper Donnarumma was the man of the match for Italy, preventing a much worse result for the Azzurri.
Spain dominated and secured first place in Group B thanks to a hard-fought 1-0 victory over Italy. La Roja, already ahead at halftime thanks to a Calafiori own goal, came close to doubling their lead on several occasions, controlling the game with authority and fending off the Azzurri's timid attempts at a comeback.
One-sided first half
Spain started strongly and immediately put Italy under pressure. In the second minute, Donnarumma saved from a Williams header, then in the 2th minute, the Italian goalkeeper denied Morata from close range. In the 15nd minute, Fabian Ruiz grazed the crossbar with a powerful curling shot.
Italy struggles and fails to create dangerous opportunities, while Spain continues to generate play and create chances.
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Spain in control, Italy in trouble
In the second half, Italy tried to respond, but Spain remained in control. In the 55th minute, Donnarumma saved again from Morata, then in the 62nd minute, Williams hit the crossbar.
At 70' Spalletti He brought on Retegui and Zaccagni for Scamacca and Chiesa, both of whom were having poor nights. Italy tried to push late, but Spain controlled the game with order and took the win.
Spain deserved the win, dominating the game for long stretches and creating several chances. Italy appeared to struggle against the Spanish high pressing and never managed to get into the game.
La Roja flies to the round of 24 as group winners, while Italy will have to play for a spot in the next round against Croatia in Leipzig on June XNUMX.
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