Blue from creepy! Italy flies to the semifinals at the European football European Championships after 28 years

After almost three decades, female Italy Back to write the story to the Europeanconquering the semifinal with an epic victory against the Norway 2-1. A goal that He had been missing since 1997 And who today has the excited face of families, coaches and fans who have believed in this group since the first whistle.

Decisive swivels, blue heart beyond any obstacle

In an evening full of tension at the Geneva stadium, crowded with 25,000 spectators, the blue showed character and technique. The game was fought and intense, with Italy who found the advantage in 50 ‘thanks to Cristiana Girellion the perfect assist of Sofia Cantore. After the momentary draw of the champion Ada Hegerbergwho had made a mistake shortly before, it was still swivelswith a header in the 90 ‘, to give the greatest joy.

Norway had reached the quarterfinals with an impeccable path, winning all the games of the group. But Italy was not intimidated by the physicality and from the experience of the opponents. After a brilliant and aggressive first half, the blue resisted the Norwegian pressure in the second halffinding the strength to hit just when everything seemed destined for extra time.

Redemption after difficult years

This semifinal also represents a redemption For a national team that, after the good signs of the 2019 World Cup, had slipped into a phase of disappointing results. The arrival on the bench of Andrea Soncin In 2023 he gave new impulse to the team, improving the group’s technical and mental level. After the early elimination of the 2022 European Championships and the 2023 World Cup, Italy has finally returned to the protagonist.

Towards a thrilling semifinal

Now the blue await the winner of the challenge between England and Swedentwo giants of women’s football. But, however it goes, this path has already left an indelible mark. Italy has not only achieved an extraordinary result, but has shown that with determination, unity and talent it is possible to break down any wall. Meanwhile, the tricolor waving high in women’s football, at a time when the male one is making himself – to say the least – desire.