Croatia's Euro Dream Evaporates After Late Italian Goal

Nail-Biting Finish Sends Italy to Round of 16

In a thrilling finish to Group A, Italy secured a dramatic 1-1 draw with Croatia on Sunday evening, sending them through to the knockout stages of the European Championship.

A Late Surge

After a hard-fought match, it appeared that Croatia would be heading to the round of 16. However, in a last-ditch effort, Mattia Zaccagni scored a brilliant goal in added time to snatch a point for Italy. The goal sent Italy through as one of the four best third-placed teams.

Nations League Final Draw

With the group stage coming to a close, the UEFA Nations League finals draw has been set. Italy will face Spain in one semi-final, while Croatia will play the Netherlands in the other.

Squads Announced

Croatia, Italy, the Netherlands, and Spain have all named their 23-man squads for the Nations League finals. Croatia will play in their first Nations League final on Sunday, facing either Spain or Italy.

High Stakes Ahead

The Nations League finals promise to be an exciting and competitive tournament. With top-ranked teams squaring off, every match will be a battle for supremacy. Italy and Croatia will be aiming to continue their impressive form and make a statement on the international stage.