Italy, the reigning champions, secured their spot for Euro 2024 on Monday with a tense goalless draw against Ukraine in their final qualifier. The match, held in Leverkusen, Germany, was crucial for Italy, who only needed a draw to qualify. A defeat would have forced them into play-offs next March.
The stakes were high, especially given Italy's past disappointments of missing out on the 2018 and 2022 World Cups after losing in play-offs.
