Italy Advances to Euro 2025 Semifinals with Girelli's Double Against Norway
Italy's Cristiana Girelli scored a late header to secure Italy's spot in the Euro 2025 semifinals, marking their first major women's tournament semifinal since 1997. Despite Norway's efforts, including a missed penalty by Ada Hegerberg, Italy emerged victorious. Girelli expressed the team's joy and determination, highlighting the significance of their achievement.
Italy’s heroine Cristiana Girelli hailed their achievement of reaching their first major women’s tournament semi-final since 1997 after her 90th-minute header beat Norway. The 35-year-old striker’s dramatic strike set up a semi-final with either England or Sweden. Norway, managed by Gemma Grainger, missed a penalty but equalized through Ada Hegerberg. Girelli described the achievement as magical and special, emphasizing the deeper meaning for women's football in Italy.
Both teams had a chance to reach the semi-final after a kind draw. Italy showed attacking endeavor in a cautious first half. Italy broke the deadlock through Girelli's goal, and despite a penalty miss by Hegerberg, Italy secured the win with Girelli's late header.
Norway will look back on their campaign with pride despite the defeat, according to Grainger.
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