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 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