Euro 2024: Spain and Italy Secure Opening Victories

Different Approaches, Same Results

Both Spain and Italy emerged victorious in their respective opening Euro 2024 matches, albeit in contrasting fashion.

Spain secured a narrow 1-0 victory over Italy in a highly anticipated Group B clash. A Riccardo Calafiori own goal proved to be the decisive moment, propelling Spain to the top of the group standings.

In contrast, Italy staged a comeback victory against Czech Republic in their Group C opener. Despite going down early, Lorenzo Pellegrini equalized before Ciro Immobile netted the winner in the second half. This result keeps Italy's hopes of defending their Euro 2020 title alive.

Upcoming Fixtures

The UEFA Nations League 2025 is set to provide more exciting matchups, with key fixtures on the horizon:

- Spain vs Czech Republic (June 11th)

- Italy vs Switzerland (June 14th)

- Spain vs Italy (June 17th)

Latest News and Highlights

For the latest updates on Euro 2024, including team news, line-ups, match reports, and live coverage, follow these sources:

- UEFA official website

- ESPN

- BBC Sport