Italy is gearing up to defend their European Championship title at Euro 2024 in Germany, but they have a tough road ahead. After a difficult qualifying campaign in which they replaced manager Roberto Mancini with Luciano Spalletti, Italy faces the challenge of reclaiming their spot as top contenders for the crown.
Despite their victory in the Euro 2020 final against England, Italy has since struggled to maintain consistency and even failed to qualify for the 2022 FIFA World Cup. However, Spalletti hopes to turn things around and rekindle Italy’s reputation as a ‘tournament team’ that hits top form when it matters most.
Italy narrowly secured qualification for Euro 2024, finishing second in Group C behind rivals England. A dramatic final round of matches saw them edge out Ukraine for a spot in the tournament.
Looking back at Italy’s Euro record, their 2020 title win marked their second European Championship victory, with their previous triumph coming as hosts in 1968. Despite their recent struggles, Italy has consistently been strong contenders in the European Championship, reaching the final three times in the past six tournaments.
The stage is now set for Italy to push for another European title, and fans and pundits alike will be watching closely to see if they can recapture their championship-winning form.
