In a dramatic turn of events at Euro 2024, Italy’s Mattia Zaccagni scored a stunning 98th-minute equalizer to secure a 1-1 draw against Croatia, propelling the defending champions into the last 16. The match, held on Monday, was filled with tension as Croatia’s tournament hopes now hang by a thread.
Croatia took the lead in the 55th minute when Luka Modrić made amends for an earlier missed penalty by finding the back of the net. The goal looked set to send Croatia through, but Italy had other plans. Deep into stoppage time, substitute Zaccagni curled an exquisite shot past goalkeeper Dominik Livaković, igniting celebrations among Italian fans worldwide.
Meanwhile, Spain maintained their perfect record in the tournament, showcasing their dominance in the group stages. Their performance has set a high bar for other contenders, with fans and analysts alike eager to see how the knockout stages unfold.
The results have sparked discussions among football enthusiasts across Asia, where European football enjoys a massive following. As the tournament progresses, fans from the region will be closely watching to see how their favorite teams fare on the international stage.
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Zaccagni stunner sends Italy through, Spain keep perfect record
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