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Italy salvage late equalizer against Croatia to secure spot in Euro 2024 Round of 16

Mattia Zaccagni’s 98th-minute goal ensured a 1-1 draw for Italy against Croatia, helping the Azzurri into the Round of 16.

Italy will now face Switzerland in Berlin, a team that ended their 2022 World Cup hopes.

While Italy, needing just a point to advance, switched to a 3-5-2 formation.

Gianluigi Donnarumma played a huge role, saving Luka Modric’s penalty but conceding shortly after when Modric scored on the rebound.

Italy salvage late equalizer against Croatia to secure spot in Euro 2024 Round of 16
Modric scored the rebound from his penalty to give Croatia the lead – Getty image

Croatia had their chances, with Josko Gvardiol and Mario Pasalic in key roles.

Despite their efforts, they couldn’t hold on, and Zaccagni’s late effort dashed their dreams.

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