The highly anticipated UEFA Euro 2024 group stage is reaching its climax, and a critical Group B match is set to take place between Italy and Croatia. Soccer fans around the globe are eager to witness this final group stage showdown. On Monday, June 24, at 3:00 PM ET, these two European powerhouses will clash at the Red Bull Arena in Leipzig, Germany, in a game that will determine their fate in the tournament.
For viewers in the United States eager to watch every moment of this crucial encounter, FOX Sports has you covered.
Watching Italy vs. Croatia: Match Details
- Match Day: Monday, June 24, 2024
- Kick-off Time: 3:00 PM ET
- Stadium: Red Bull Arena
- City: Leipzig, Germany
- Television Broadcast: FOX
- Live Streaming Options: FOX Sports App
Italy’s Squad for Euro 2024
Here is the confirmed Italy national team roster for the UEFA Euro 2024 tournament:
| No. | Player Name | Age | Club |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Gianluigi Donnarumma | 25 | Paris Saint-Germain (Ligue 1) |
| 2 | Giovanni Di Lorenzo | 30 | SSC Napoli (Serie A) |
| 3 | Federico Dimarco | 26 | Inter Milan (Serie A) |
| 4 | Alessandro Buongiorno | 25 | Torino FC (Serie A) |
| 5 | Riccardo Calafiori | 22 | Bologna (Serie A) |
| 6 | Federico Gatti | 26 | Juventus (Serie A) |
| 7 | Davide Frattesi | 24 | Inter Milan (Serie A) |
| 8 | Jorginho | 32 | Arsenal FC (Premier League) |
| 9 | Gianluca Scamacca | 25 | Atalanta (Serie A) |
| 10 | Lorenzo Pellegrini | 28 | AS Roma (Serie A) |
| 11 | Giacomo Raspadori | 24 | SSC Napoli (Serie A) |
| 12 | Guglielmo Vicario | 27 | Tottenham Hotspur (Premier League) |
| 13 | Matteo Darmian | 34 | Inter Milan (Serie A) |
| 14 | Federico Chiesa | 26 | Juventus (Serie A) |
| 15 | Raoul Bellanova | 24 | Torino FC (Serie A) |
| 16 | Bryan Cristante | 29 | AS Roma (Serie A) |
| 17 | Gianluca Mancini | 28 | AS Roma (Serie A) |
| 18 | Nicolo Barella | 27 | Inter Milan (Serie A) |
| 19 | Mateo Retegui | 25 | Genoa CFC (Serie A) |
| 20 | Mattia Zaccagni | 29 | Lazio (Serie A) |
| 21 | Nicolo Fagioli | 23 | Juventus (Serie A) |
| 22 | Stephan El Shaarawy | 31 | AS Roma (Serie A) |
| 23 | Alessandro Bastoni | 25 | Inter Milan (Serie A) |
| 24 | Andrea Cambiaso | 24 | Juventus (Serie A) |
| 25 | Michael Folorunsho | 26 | Hellas Verona (Serie A) |
| 26 | Alex Meret | 27 | SSC Napoli (Serie A) |
Croatia’s Euro 2024 Squad
Below is the confirmed Croatia national team roster for the UEFA Euro 2024 tournament:
| No. | Player Name | Age | Club |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Dominik Livakovic | 29 | Fenerbahce Istanbul (Super Lig) |
| 2 | Josip Stanisic | 24 | Bayer Leverkusen (Bundesliga) |
| 3 | Marin Pongracic | 26 | US Lecce (Serie A) |
| 4 | Josko Gvardiol | 22 | Manchester City (Premier League) |
| 5 | Martin Erlic | 26 | Sassuolo (Serie A) |
| 6 | Josip Sutalo | 24 | Ajax (Eredivisie) |
| 7 | Lovro Majer | 26 | VfL Wolfsburg (Bundesliga) |
| 8 | Mateo Kovacic | 30 | Manchester City (Premier League) |
| 9 | Andrej Kramaric | 33 | TSG Hoffenheim (Bundesliga) |
| 10 | Luka Modric | 38 | Real Madrid (LaLiga) |
| 11 | Marcelo Brozovic | 31 | – |
| 12 | Nediljko Labrovic | 24 | – |
| 13 | Nikola Vlasic | 26 | Torino FC (Serie A) |
| 14 | Ivan Perisic | 35 | – |
| 15 | Mario Pasalic | 29 | Atalanta (Serie A) |
| 16 | Ante Budimir | 32 | CA Osasuna (LaLiga) |
| 17 | Bruno Petkovic | 29 | – |
| 18 | Luka Ivanusec | 25 | Feyenoord Rotterdam (Eredivisie) |
| 19 | Borna Sosa | 26 | Ajax (Eredivisie) |
| 20 | Marko Pjaca | 29 | – |
| 21 | Domagoj Vida | 35 | – |
| 22 | Josip Juranovic | 28 | Union Berlin (Bundesliga) |
| 23 | Ivica Ivusic | 29 | – |
| 24 | Marco Pasalic | 23 | – |
| 25 | Luka Sucic | 21 | – |
| 26 | Martin Baturina | 21 | – |
Key Player Performances and Insights
Looking into individual player contributions, Italy’s Nicolo Barella has been a standout performer in the Euro 2024 campaign so far, scoring one goal in the first two matches. Defender Alessandro Bastoni has also contributed with a goal, highlighting Italy’s threat from various positions. Lorenzo Pellegrini, while yet to score, has provided an assist, showcasing his playmaking abilities for the Italian side.
Image alt text: Italian midfielder Nicolo Barella dynamically controls the ball during a Euro 2024 match, demonstrating his skill and agility.
For Croatia, veteran forward Andrej Kramaric has found the net once in the tournament, placing him among the top scorers for his nation in European Championship history. Ante Budimir has also been influential, providing an assist and contributing to Croatia’s attacking plays. All eyes will be on Luka Modric, the experienced midfielder and captain, whose leadership and vision are crucial for Croatia’s aspirations in this tournament.
Team Form and Euro 2024 Journey
Italy enters this match positioned ninth in the Euro 2024 in terms of goals scored, with two goals in total, averaging 1.0 per game. Defensively, they have conceded two goals, maintaining a net goal difference of zero. In their recent match against Spain, Italy faced a tough 0-1 defeat, being outshot significantly. This game against Croatia is crucial for Italy to solidify their position in the group and advance to the knockout stages.
Croatia, on the other hand, finds itself in a more precarious situation. While also scoring two goals in the tournament, matching Italy’s offensive output, their defense has been more porous, conceding five goals – ranking 21st in the tournament for goals conceded. This results in a goal difference of -3. Croatia’s last match was a 2-2 draw against Albania, where they demonstrated resilience to secure a point. For Croatia, this game against Italy is a must-win to have a realistic chance of progressing further in Euro 2024.
Both teams have shown flashes of brilliance and areas of concern in their Euro 2024 campaigns thus far. This Italy vs. Croatia match promises to be a compelling contest, packed with tactical intrigue and high stakes as both nations vie for a crucial victory in their final group stage game. Make sure to tune in on FOX Sports to witness this exciting Euro 2024 match.
