Monday, June 27, 2016

Italy beats Spain 2-0 to reach Euro 2016 quarterfinals (The Associated Press)

Italy's players celebrate after Graziano Pelle scored their side's second goal during the Euro 2016 round of 16 soccer match between Italy and Spain, at the Stade de France, in Saint-Denis, north of Paris, Monday, June 27, 2016. (AP Photo/Francois Mori)

SAINT-DENIS, France (AP) -- Spain's era of dominance at the European Championship came to an end Monday when Italy beat the two-time defending champion 2-0 in the round of 16. Italy deserved its victory and was impressive from the start at Stade de France, dominating in all areas of the field and creating several scoring opportunities. Goals in either half were enough for Italy to avoid its third straight elimination at the European Championship to Spain and secure a quarterfinal clash against another old foe, Germany.


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