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Spain claim ninth Under-19 title

Spain defeated France in the Belfast final to increase their U19 EURO trophy count to nine.

Spain beat France in the Belfast final
Spain beat France in the Belfast final UEFA via Getty Images

Italy edged past Norway to get Group A and the tournament started at Seaview in Belfast. Bernardo Corradi wanted his team to "play with a smile" and despite an early setback, when Luis Pimenta's side took the lead through eventual tournament top scorer Daniel Braut, Luca Di Maggio and Kevin Zeroli confirmed the Azzurrini's opening victory. An inspired goalkeeping performance from Pierce Charles ensured hosts Northern Ireland shared the points with Ukraine in a goalless draw in Larne.

Highlights: Italy 2-1 Norway

"It's about the team working together, not individuals," said Player of the tournament Iker Bravo following his winning goal for a ten-man Spain against Denmark in Group B. Elsewhere, Yiğit Fidan's fourth-minute header gave Türkiye an early advantage at Seaview. However, a persistent France recovered as Lucas Michal struck before Jérémy Jacquet converted from the penalty spot.

Highlights: Denmark 1-2 Spain

Ukraine recorded their second 0-0 result in the group stage as they drew with Norway in Belfast. Dmytro Mikhailenko was "quite satisfied" with his side's performance against an opponent "playing with high intensity". Francesco Camarda became the youngest-ever goalscorer at an U19 EURO, aged 16 years 130 days, when his double followed Zeroli's opening volley, to give Italy a comfortable victory over hosts Northern Ireland and confirm their last-four berth.

Highlights: Denmark 2-4 France

Over in Group B, two late Denmark goals made for a nervy ending, but Bernard Diomede's well-oiled France claimed three points with a 4-2 win and joined Italy in the semi-finals. José Lana – returning as Spain coach for the second consecutive year – fielded an organised team, looking to control Türkiye. Yarek Gasiorowski's header almost secured Spain's route to the knockouts, however, substitute Fahri Ay's fantastic 90th-minute equaliser gave Soykan Başar's energetic team a much-needed lifeline.

Highlights: Türkiye 1-1 Spain

Italy won Group A despite losing to runners-up Ukraine, while Norway got the better of Northern Ireland to claim third place and earn a spot in the fifth-place U20 FIFA World Cup play-off. Group B was still very open ahead of Matchday 3, but substitute Valentin Atangana's equaliser against Spain ensured France captured the Group B summit, while Lana's side had to settle for second place.

Highlights: Norway 1-1 Türkiye (aet, 10-9 pens)

Pimenta had predicted a "fantastic" fifth-place play-off against Türkiye, and he was right. Drawing 1-1 with Türkiye after extra time, a 19-penalty kick shoot-out eventually rubber stamped Norway's ticket to the U20 World Cup in Chile.

Italy controlled long periods of a tense first semi-final at the National Football Stadium at Windsor Park. Spain were forced to narrow their lines and retreat deep as the Azzurrini applied pressure. However, in a late twist, Pol Fortuny came off the bench to turn in an unexpected 100th-minute winner and send Spain into the final.

U19 EURO highlights: Italy 0-1 Spain

Ukraine matched France for long periods as the sides competed for their spot in the showpiece. Despite creating chances in a disciplined display, Mikhailenko's charges were eventually undone by an impressive Atangana header in the 61st minute.

2024 U19 EURO final highlights: Spain 2-0 France

France and Spain had locked horns just six days earlier in the group stage but they were to meet once more, and this time the stakes were higher. Set up with contrasting game plans, Spain once again demonstrated their tactical nous and structural integrity, while the attack-minded France roamed freely.

Despite Diomede's team looking most dangerous in their opponent's final third, against the run of play, Iker Bravo's shot evaded Justin Bengui-Joao's clutches to put Spain ahead on 41 minutes. The game opened up in the second half, and in the 68th minute, Assane Diao completed a swift counterattack to double Spain's lead – a minute after coming off the bench. With 13 minutes remaining, Yoni Gomis was dismissed and an exciting ending ensued. France produced several late opportunities, but it was Spain who emerged as the champions in Belfast to extend their U19 European Championship-winning record to nine titles.