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Mattia Zaccagni scored in the final minute of stoppage time as Italy broke Croatia\u2019s hearts with a late equaliser that ensures the defending champions progress to the last 16 of Euro 2024.<\/p>\n
Luka Modric had thought he had won it for his side to send them through as runners-up in Group B when he slammed a shot into the roof of the net early in the second half.<\/p>\n
That came after he had seen a penalty saved, but the swift response to that setback looked like it would be enough for the Croatians.<\/p>\n
But Italy levelled in stoppage time when Zaccagni curled home in the 98th minute to ensure they go through with group winners Spain.<\/p>\n
It was a cruel blow for Croatia, who had been minutes away from progressing but two points is now unlikely to be enough to finish as one of the best third-placed teams.<\/p>\n
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