

Italy also overcame Switzerland 3-0 in Group A at the same venue, and defeated the Welsh 1-0 on June 20. The Stadio Olimpico has held three Euro 2020 matches so far - with 12,916 the top capacity so far, for Italy's 3-0 victory over Turkey on June 11, 2021. Of course, the games are not running at full capacity. The ground opened its doors in 1937 for Roma and Lazio. The pitch size at the Olympic Stadium in Rome is 105m x 66m, according to Football Ground Guide. The Olympic Stadium in Rome dates back to 1927, with a capacity of 70,000 all seated. They witnessed Raheem Sterling and Harry Kane net the decisive goals. The last meeting between the sides in 2012 finished one apiece, with Frank Lampard netting.Įngland are 1/7 to reach the semi final with 888sport, while Ukraine are 7/2.Įngland's defeat of Germany 2-0 in the round of 16 saw 20 million fans tune into the BBC One coverage. That came back in 2009, when they defeated the Three Lions 1-0. Ukraine have defeated England only once in their seven past meetings. Let's not tempt fate.England are yet to concede in the tournament, having clocked up shut outs versus Germany, the Scots, the Croatians and Czechs. Denmark could do on Wednesday.īut England have given the Danes - and potential final opponents Italy or Spain - concrete reasons to be fearful. England Supporters Travel Club 2020-2022: Thursday 3rd November 12 noon. More clinical opponents might have punished occasional moments of English defensive slackness. Ukraine will visit Wembley on Sunday 26 March (5pm kick-off) in UEFA EURO 2024. England had their opponents on the ropes as Ukraine's chief cheerleader Wladimir Klitschko used to in his days as world boxing champion. Ukraine were fortunate to get as far as the quarter-finals and it showed. Above all Kane, their talisman, is scoring again. Jadon Sancho, on his first Euros start, jinked like a magician. His team are the first of any nationality to begin a European Championships with five clean sheets.Įngland are getting better, growing into the tournament. He has not just unleashed a treasure trove of young talent with a licence to thrill, but kept the back door locked. Follow the Daily podcast on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, Spreaker
