Ukraine’s U-19 football team clinch win over Italy to play in EURO semifinals

That's according to an Ukrinform correspondent.

After scoring first early in the first half, Ukraine conceded two goals from their competitors before equalizing in the 54th and converting a penalty in the 75th to bring the nation the only desired result in the decisive match.

The achievement also guarantees their participation in World Cup 2025 (U-20) set to be held in Chile, Ukrinform reports.

The Ukrainian squad succeeded after failing to collect three points in either of the two other group stage matches – against Northern Ireland (the tournament’s hosts) and Norway, tying both.

Also, on matchday 3, Norway defeated Northern Ireland, 2:0.

Final standings in Group A: Italy - 6 points, Ukraine - 5, Norway - 4, Northern Ireland - 0.

Group B standings after 2 matches played: France - 6 points, Spain - 4, Turkey - 1, Denmark - 0.

The two best teams from each group will clash in the semifinals on July 25.

The five best teams from EURO 2024 will represent Europe at the World Championship in 2025.

The EURO 2024 final will be held in Belfast on July 28.

Photo: uaf.ua (Dana Balashova)