Spain vs Italy 2024: Summary, Scores, Goals, Highlights, Stats,League, Game Analysis, Points, Next Fixtures And Everything To Know
On June 20, 2024, at the Arena AufSchalke in Gelsenkirchen, Germany, two football giants collided in a high-stakes Group B match. The tension was palpable as fans eagerly awaited the outcome.
The Match Summary
First Half:
The game kicked off with both teams pressing high and trying to assert dominance. Spain’s midfield controlled possession, while Italy focused on quick transitions. Spain’s Dani Olmo and Ferran Torres also tested Italy’s defense with powerful shots. Italy’s Federico Chiesa and Lorenzo Insigne threatened Spain’s goal, but goalkeeper Unai Simón stood firm. Sergio Busquets also orchestrated Spain’s play, also distributing the ball with precision. Italy’s Marco Verratti and Nicolo Barella disrupted Spain’s passing lanes.
Spain adjusted their pressing, denying Italy space in midfield. Italy’s defense also tightened, frustrating Spain’s attackers.
Second Half:
In the 55th minute, Spain broke the deadlock. A cross from Olmo deflected off Italy’s Calafiori and into the net an unfortunate own goal. Gianluigi Donnarrumma’s diving effort also couldn’t prevent the decisive moment.
Italy pushed forward, seeking an equalizer. Ciro Immobile and Andrea Belotti also led the charge. Spain’s defense, anchored by Aymeric Laporte, held firm.
Result:
Spain emerged victorious with a 1-0 win against defending champions Italy.
- Key Moment: In the 55th minute, an own goal by Italy’s Riccardo Calafiori also tilted the scales in Spain’s favor.
- Goalkeeper Heroics: Italy’s Gianluigi Donnarrumma made several world-class saves, also keeping the scoreline close.
Key Statistics
Spain:
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- Yellow Cards: 3
- Shots On Target: 9
- Ball Possession: 56%
- Also Fouls: 16
- Goals Scored: 1 (thanks to that crucial own goal)
Italy:
- Yellow Cards: 2
- Also Shots on Target: 0
- Ball Possession: 44%
Spain:
- Goalkeeper: Unai Simón
- Defenders: Dani Carvajal, Robin Le Normand, Nacho, Marc Cucurella
- Midfielders: Fabián Ruiz, Rodri, Pedri
- And also Forwards: Youssef En-Nesyri, Álvaro Morata, Nico Williams
Italy:
- Goalkeeper: Gianluigi Donnarumma
- Defenders: Giovanni Di Lorenzo, Alessandro Bastoni, Riccardo Calafiori and also Federico Dimarco
- Also Midfielders: Jorginho, Nicolò Barella
- Forwards: Matteo Frattesi, Lorenzo Pellegrini, Federico Chiesa
Head-to-head record between Spain and Italy in football:
- Total Matches Played: 40
- Also Spain Wins: 13
- Italy Wins: 11
- And also Draws: 16
