Published on 21.11.2023
Italy sealed qualification for Euro 2024 after drawing 0-0 against Ukraine in their final Group C qualifier in yesterday’s match.
The reigning European champions finished second, level on 14 points with third-placed Ukraine, after a tense affair that might have gone either way.
Ukraine, who have never beaten Italy, had strong claims for a stoppage-time penalty after Bryan Cristante’s clumsy challenge on Mykhailo Mudryk but nothing was given.
Ukraine can still book a spot at a fourth consecutive European Championship via the play-offs in March. The play-off draw will take place on Thursday in Nyon.
Meanwhile, Italy ended six points behind Group C winners England, who had sealed qualification after beating Luciano Spalletti’s side 3-1 at Wembley in October.
Italy, who will make their eighth consecutive appearance at the Euros, had most possession and created more chances but Ukraine remained composed as they looked to counter-attack.
