Italy U21 qualify for Euro 2027 after 6-2 win over Poland

Italy qualify for Euro 2027 after thrashing Poland

Italy Under 21 have qualified for the 2027 European Championship after a 6-2 victory over Poland on Monday in Pescara, according to Tuttosport, ANSA and TuttoMercatoWeb. The Azzurrini, coached by Silvio Baldini, took top spot in Group E with a goal-filled display that included a 70-metre strike from the Fiorentina midfielder Ndour, as reported by Tuttosport.

A result that secures direct qualification

Italy needed a win by at least two goals to guarantee direct qualification, and they delivered a "goleada" with a "tennistic" scoreline, according to TuttoMercatoWeb. At half-time, the Azzurrini were already 2-0 up, a scoreline that would have been enough for the ticket, the same outlet noted. The final 6-2 result sealed first place in the group and direct access to the finals, avoiding the playoffs, as detailed by Tuttosport.

The decisive match and the coach's words

Before the match, Baldini had spoken about the crucial fixture against Poland, who were leading the group with a perfect record, according to Tuttosport. He said, in remarks reported by Tuttosport: "Ragazzi speciali comunque vada" — a way of praising his group regardless of the outcome. The match, which was broadcast live and via streaming, saw Cissé start as centre-forward, as confirmed by TuttoMercatoWeb.

Next steps

With qualification secured, Italy will now head to the finals, with the draw and venue details to be confirmed. The Azzurrini's campaign in the qualifiers ends with this victory, and they will look ahead to the European Championship.