Italy Triumph in Euro 2020 Final
England Falls to Penalty Shootout Defeat at Wembley
Match Summary and Final Score
The UEFA Euro 2020 final between Italy and England concluded on Sunday, July 11, 2021, at Wembley Stadium in London. The match, which witnessed a tense 90-minute regular time period and an additional 30 minutes of extra time, ultimately ended in a penalty shootout.
Gareth Southgate's England squad suffered a disappointing defeat to Italy in the shootout, with Italy securing a 3-2 victory. Marcus Rashford, Jadon Sancho, and Bukayo Saka missed crucial penalty kicks for England, while Federico Chiesa, Leonardo Bonucci, and Jorginho converted their attempts for Italy.
This victory marks Italy's first European Championship title since 1968 and their sixth major international title overall. Conversely, England's wait for a major tournament victory continues, dating back to the 1966 World Cup.
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