Italy, with a heart full of hope and a history of successes behind it, is approaching the decisive moment in the race towards Euro 2024.
But what are the cards that the Azzurri have in their hand? And what would happen what if we lose to England?
What Italy needs to qualify
It's not a puzzle, but almost. To avoid the tortuous path of the playoffs and print their direct ticket to Euro 2024, Italy must shine in group C, placing at least in second place.
With the energy still palpable from the recent victory over Malta, Italy find themselves in a promising position. The next match at Wembley against England? It's not just another match, but a crossroads of destiny.
What happens in case of a tie
Just as every tournament has its rules and surprises, the same goes for the European Championships, here is the situation.
Should two or more teams finish arm in arm with the same score, there are a number of criteria ready to come into play.
If you from results in head-to-head matches to goal difference, up to considering the performance in the Nations League 2022-2023.
What is the updated ranking of Group C
And now, a quick look at the numbers:
- England: 13 points (Yes, they're going strong!)
- Italy: 10 points
- Ukraine: 10 points (An opponent not to be underestimated)
- North Macedonia: 7 points
- Malta: 0 points (But the important thing is to participate, right?)
What happens if Italy loses against England
Let's breathe deeply. A defeat against England would be a huge blow, but not the end of the world. The Azzurri would still have the chance to redeem themselves against Northern Macedonia e Ukraine. In short, this is not the time to lose hope!
How does it work in case of playoffs?
In case the stars are not aligned for a direct qualification, there is always the path to the playoffs. But be careful, it's not a walk in the park.
Solo 3 of the 12 national teams who participate in the playoffs will find a place in Euro 2024. The formula? Simple: a single match semi-final and, in case of victory, a final against another opponent. All seasoned with draws and suspense.
With this, let's cross our fingers and support Italy! The road to Euro 2024 is still long, but with passion and determination, anything is possible. Go Azzurri!
