Italy ties Denmark and advances to U-17 Championship semi-finals against Spain

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Italy ties Denmark and advances to U-17 Championship semi-finals against Spain
Summary

Italy secured a spot in the semi-finals of the European Under-17 Championship after a thrilling 3-3 draw with Denmark in the group stage. The match saw Italy rally from a 1-0 deficit, thanks to goals from Edoardo Biondini, Lorenzo Dattilo, and Andrea Donato, taking a 3-1 lead at halftime. Denmark equalized with two late goals, including a stoppage-time goal from Omran Khatar. Italy topped Group B with seven points after also defeating France and Montenegro earlier in the tournament. They will next face Spain in the semi-finals on Thursday, June 4, with the finalist match scheduled for June 7 at Lillekula Staadion.

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  • Italy finishes group stage on top with seven points.
  • Match against Denmark ends in a 3-3 draw.
  • Italy came back from 1-0 down to lead 3-1 at halftime.
  • Spain will face Italy in the semi-finals on June 4.
  • Final match set for June 7 at Lillekula Staadion.
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  • 2:15 PMYahoo SportsItaly set up European Under-17 Championship semi final with Spain
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Italy are through to the Final Four of the European Under-17 Championship after a 3-3 thriller with Denmark and will face Spain in the semi-final.The tournament kicked off on May 25 in Estonia and the...

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