Croatia and Italy face off in a pivotal final game in Group B on Monday night, with the winner knowing that they’ve guaranteed themselves a place in the last 16 of Euro 2024.
Zltko Dalic’s Croatia side have been disappointing in their opening two games, with a 3-0 loss against Spain followed by a surprise 2-2 draw against Albania.
These results leave them on just one point, though they’ll be aware that a win in Leipzig will give them the four points that will likely take them through as one of the best third-placed teams.
The outlook for holders Italy is a lot more positive, with the Azzurri knowing that even a draw would give them second place in Group B, though Luciano Spalletti’s side will look to cast aside any doubt after a bruising loss to Spain in the second game.
Follow all the live updates and reaction below, as well as updates from Albania v Spain in the other game in Group B:
Albania v Spain TV channel, start time and how to watch Euro 2024 fixture online tonight
Luis de la Fuente’s impressive Spain side are aiming to seal qualification for the last 16 in top spot in Group B when they face Albania on Monday.
And their final group game pits them against a plucky Albanian side who have picked up just one point so far despite spirited performances against Italy and Croatia.
Albania know that they need a win to keep alive any hopes of making the last 16 as one of the best fourth-placed teams, but it looks like an especially tough task against a vibrant, confident Spain team.
Jack Rathborn24 June 2024 15:02
Croatia v Italy TV channel, start time and how to watch Euro 2024 fixture online tonight
Group B draws to a close on Monday night as holders Italy look to keep their hopes of retaining the trophy alive when they face Croatia at 8pm BST.
Luciano Spalletti’s side were dominated by Spain in their last match, and despite only losing 1-0, questions will be being asked back home about whether they’re equipped to defend their trophy at Euro 2024.
Meanwhile Croatia, who themselves were dominated by Spain in their opening match, enter the final group game off the back of a disappointing 2-2 draw with Albania.
Both sides will be fully aware of the talent that the other possesses, with Italy knowing that would qualify them in second place (at least) and Croatia knowing that anything other than a win would likely see them exit the competition at the group stages.
Jack Rathborn24 June 2024 15:02