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Tom Blow

Italy U21s incensed as last-minute Euros equaliser not given despite ball crossing line

Italy's young stars were furious after the referee failed to award a clear goal during their U21 Euros clash against France on Thursday.

The tournament in Romania and Georgia started on Wednesday, with Italy's opening game against France taking place the following evening. It was an enthralling clash in Cluj-Napoca, with France winning 2-1 thanks to the controversial refereeing blunder.

Inter Milan defender Raoul Bellanova thought he scored a last-minute equaliser when his header crossed the line before being cleared, only for the referee to wave play on. Leeds winger Wilfried Gnonto led the protests, but referee Allard Lindhout said no goal.

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