Euro2020 UK

Roberto Mancini has spoken ahead of the game between Italy and Spain, praising the team spirt of his players and forecasting a tough match.

The Spanish national team practiced their finishing ahead their Euro 2020 semi-final clash against Italy. These are some impressive volley and half-volley goals they scored, featuring Fabián Ruiz, José Gayà, Jordi Alba, Gerard Moreno and Thiago Alcántara. They were using the match ball Adidas Uniforia Finale for the first time.

In this interview from June 2013, goalkeeper Iker Casillas recalled how Spain’s victory on penalties against Italy in the Euro 2008 quarter-finals marked a turning point for their national team, which went on to win that tournament, as well as the following one in 2012 and the 2010 World Cup. Spain had not been able to go beyond the quarter-finals of any major competition in 24 years.

Before Spain and Italy met in the Euro 2016 Round of 16, Álvaro Morata and Giorgio Chiellini answered a series of quick-fire questions about their rival’s country. The Juventus teammates will face each other again in the Euro 2020 semi-finals.

The Spanish national team train ahead their Euro 2020 semi-final clash against Italy.

England manager Gareth Southgate spoke about the privilege he feels when managing his side and bringing the nation together through the 4-0 victory against Ukraine in the Euro 2020 quarter-final.

There were huge scenes of celebration at a fanzone in Trafalgar Square after England's fourth goal against Ukraine saw them breeze into the semi-finals of Euro 2020.

Prevented from being in Rome by coronavirus travel restrictions, England-based fans had to content themselves with watching on big screens and in pubs and homes up and down the country.

But they were not disappointed as Gareth Southgate’s team swept Ukraine aside, led by revitalised captain Harry Kane who scored twice.

Now it’s back to Wembley for the semi-final, where they face the emotional rollercoaster ride that is Christian Eriksen’s Denmark.

Harry Kane silenced his critics with two goals to inspire England to a comprehensive 4-0 win over Ukraine in the quarter-finals of Euro 2020. Speaking after the game, Kane touched on his return to form as well as the management style of Gareth Southgate who has now led England to successive semi-final appearances at major tournaments.

There were huge scenes of celebration at a fanzone in Trafalgar Square after England's fourth goal against Ukraine saw them breeze into the semi-finals of Euro 2020.

Spain coach Luis Enrique believes that Spain are among the strongest contenders remaining in the tournament, and deserved to go through after beating Switzerland on penalties.

Roberto Mancini says his team are 'absolutely gutted' for Leonardo Spinazzola who has been one of the best players at Euro 2020 but saw his tournament end prematurely after suffering a serious injury in the 2-1 victory over Belgium in the quarter-finals.

Italy coach Roberto Mancini is looking forward to the Euro 2020 quarter-final against Belgium as it will be a 'great match' with 'amazing players' on show.