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Ukraine U-19 Football Team Beats Italy, Secures EURO 2024 Semifinal Spot

Jul 22, 2024 15:15

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Authors: Maryna Kulakova
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Matvii Ponomarenko of Ukraine scores his side's third goal, a penalty, past Italy goalkeeper Federico Magro during the UEFA European Under-19 Championship 2024 Group. (Source: Getty Images)

Ukraine’s U-19 national football team secured a hard-fought 3-2 victory against Italy, the reigning European Champions, in a critical Group A match of EURO 2024.

As a result, the Ukrainian team advanced to the semifinals. They initially took the lead but conceded two goals before equalizing in the 54th minute and scoring a decisive penalty in the 75th minute.

Despite drawing their earlier group stage matches against Northern Ireland and Norway, Ukraine's victory ensured their progression.

This achievement also secures their place in the U-20 World Cup 2025 in Chile.

The FIFA U-20 World Cup is a biennial championship for men's national teams comprising players under the age of 20.