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Mattia Zaccagni scored in the final minute of stoppage time as Italy broke Croatia’s hearts with a late equaliser that ensures the defending champions progress to the last 16 of Euro 2024. 25 Jun 2024
Luka Modric had thought he had won it for his side to send them through as runners-up in Group B when he slammed a shot into the roof of the net early in the second half. That came after he had seen a penalty saved, but the swift response to that setback looked like it would be enough for the Croatians. But Italy levelled in stoppage time when Zaccagni curled home in the 98th minute to ensure they go through with group winners Spain. It was a cruel blow for Croatia, who had been minutes away from progressing but two points is now unlikely to be enough to finish as one of the best third-placed teams. The result means Italy will play Switzerland in the last 16 on Saturday, 29 June.
FT: Scotland 0-1 Hungary. Scotland captain Andy Robertson tells the BBC: "There's nothing really to say to be honest. We gave it everything. 24 Jun 2024
"We knew we had to win this game, and they've hit us on the counter-attack. It could have gone either way, but that's football - that's how it goes. It will take a long time to get over this one. "We had a lot of possession, first half, without doing anything with it. We had to find that cutting edge and go for it a wee bit more. We did go for it, but we got sucker-punched. A draw wasn't going to be enough realistically. "Tonight and for a long time we have to get over this. It's a tough one. It's devastating. All the lads are absolutely gutted. I will say thank you to all the supporters; sorry for letting you all down." Hungary striker Barnabas Varga is "stable" in hospital after being carried off on a stretcher following a mid-air clash with Scotland goalkeeper Angus Gunn in Sunday night's Euro 2024 match. The match was held up for nearly seven minutes as Varga received lengthy treatment on the pitch. "The Hungarian national team player is currently in one of the hospitals in Stuttgart," the Hungarian Football Federation wrote in a post on X, external. "We will inform you immediately if there is any news on his status." Sheets were held around Varga, 29, as he received treatment on the pitch, and he was immediately taken to hospital after the incident. Hungary's players quickly signalled that Varga was in trouble and helped bring on the stretcher as others gathered round their team-mate.
Substitute Niclas Fullkrug scored a late equaliser for Germany as they rescued a draw with Switzerland to top Group A. 24 Jun 2024
The Swiss thought they were going through to the last 16 as group winners after an early goal from Dan Ndoye until Fullkrug headed in the equaliser. There was an outburst of celebration from home supporters behind the goal as Germany maintained their unbeaten start to Euro 2024. It was a blow to Switzerland, who had defended resolutely for over 90 minutes but they still progress to the knockout stages. Murat Yakin's side knew victory would see them leapfrog Germany and they almost delivered in Frankfurt until pressure took its toll in stoppage time. Germany, who had largely frustrated the home fans in the stands, created a flurry of chances late on and eventually did enough. Earlier, Swiss fans were bouncing and singing in the stands after Ndoye had placed a first-time shot into the roof of the net from Remo Freuler's dangerous cross. Ndoye also had a goal ruled out for offside in the second half that would have made it 2-0 - the second to be crossed off after the video assistant referee (VAR) intervened for Germany's Robert Andrich. Andrich curled a shot from the edge of the box under the arms of goalkeeper Yann Sommer, whose blushes were saved when referee Daniele Orsato overturned his decision after going to the pitchside monitor to see a foul from Jamal Musiala in the build-up. Germany had lacked the ruthlessness they had shown in their opening two victories of the tournament but high hopes remain that they can go all the way in the competition.
Spain maintained their 100% record at Euro 2024 as they defeated and eliminated Albania – a result that meant England, France and the Netherlands all secured last-16 places. 24 Jun 2024
Former Manchester City forward Ferran Torres, now at Barcelona, gave a much-changed Spain side the lead in the 13th minute, finishing low first time from Dani Olmo's pass with the ball bouncing in off the post. Kristjan Asllani's powerful 25-yard strike for Albania drew a fine save from Spain goalkeeper David Raya, who spent last season at Arsenal on loan from Brentford. Raya also did well to keep out Fulham striker Armando Broja's shot on the turn, as Albania could not find an equaliser and finished bottom of Group B.
Kevin de Bruyne's status as one of Belgium's "Golden Generation" and the enduring quality he delivers at elite level was underlined once more on a thrilling, colourful night in Cologne. 23 Jun 2024
Belgium carry scars from previous major tournaments when they fell short of expectations raised by the world-class talent at their disposal - most notably when they failed to make it to the knockout phase of the 2022 World Cup in Qatar. And the old accusations were being dusted off once more after they slipped to defeat in their opening group game of Euro 2024 against Slovakia, ranked 45th in the world. This tournament's format has removed some of the jeopardy from the group stage, giving Belgium room for manoeuvre after that shock loss, and they knew a victory against Romania was essential. It was against this backdrop, and with the pressure on, that De Bruyne delivered a masterclass deservedly crowned with the goal that wrapped up a 2-0 win and gave Belgium's campaign lift-off. The responsibility carried by De Bruyne was emphasised when the massed ranks of red-clad Belgium supporters rose to the Manchester City midfielder when he came out to warm up. It was a night when he was being counted on. If Youri Tielemans settled early nerves by driving low past Romania keeper Florin Nita after 73 seconds, it was 32-year-old De Bruyne who ensured Belgium were dominant throughout. The stadium was awash with colour and rocking to deafening noise well before kick-off - and a game befitting the magnificent atmosphere unfolded.