Italy became the first to secure their place in the Euro 2025 semi-finals after beating Norway 2-1. A brace from Cristiana Girelli ensured her side’s ticket to the final four.Italy put up a

Italy have won a quarter-final match at a major tournament (World Cup or Euro) for the first time. They had previously lost all four of their quarter-final appearances. At least, that much is true if you were watching Italy boss Andrea Soncin towards the end of that match.

Italy has beaten Norway 2-1 to advance to he semifinals at the Women’s European Championship. On a night of goals and drama for two veteran star strikers, Cristiani Girelli got the better of Ada Hegerberg.