Italy Wins Euro 2020 in Penalty Shootout Thriller
England's Dream Dashed as Italy Lifts the Trophy
In a heart-stopping final at Wembley Stadium, Italy emerged victorious over England in a nail-biting penalty shootout, claiming their second European Championship title.
England, who had not won a major trophy since 1966, started the match strongly and took an early lead through Luke Shaw's goal in the second minute. However, Italy gradually grew into the game and equalized through Leonardo Bonucci's header in the second half.
With the match tied at 1-1, the game went into extra time, but neither team could find a winning goal. As the match entered a penalty shootout, Italy's Gianluigi Donnarumma saved two of England's spot-kicks, while all five of Italy's penalty takers scored, handing them a 3-2 victory in the shootout.
Italy's victory sparked wild celebrations across the country, while England was left to rue a missed opportunity to end their long trophy drought. The Euro 2020 final will be remembered as a thrilling and dramatic encounter that showcased the best of football.
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