Italy, the defending champions, will begin their Euro 2024 campaign with a game against Albania at the iconic Signal Iduna Park in Dortmund. The defence of their title will be interesting considering their group also features Spain and Croatia. There are no easy game in tournaments of this magnitude and manager Luciano Spalletti has been instrumental in getting his Italian side back believing in themselves. Opponents Albania topped their qualifying group which shows the quality they possess. Matija Sarkic Dies: Millwall’s Montenegro Goalkeeper Shockingly Passes Away at Age 26.

Nicolo Barella and Nicolo Fagioli are both doubtful for this game for Italy due to fitness issues. Federico Chiesa was the star for Italy in the last Euros and he will once again play a key role in attack. He will join Gianluca Scamacca in a two-man forward line with Lorenzo Pellegrini as the attacking midfielder. Jorginho and Bryan Cristante will form the central midfield partnership for the Italians.

Berat Djimsiti will be leading the Albanian team and Atalanta defender will hope to keep the Italians at bay. Armando Broja will lead the attack in a 4-2-1-3 formation with Taulant Seferi and Jasir Asani on the wings. Ylber Ramadani and Kristjan Asllani will be the two box-to-box midfielder and have a key role to play.

When is Italy vs Albania UEFA Euro 2024? Know Date, Time and Venue

Italy National Football Team take on Albania National Football Team in the UEFA Euro 2024 tournament on Sunday, June 16. The Italy vs Albania football match will be played at the BVB Stadion Dortmund, Dortmund, Germany and it starts at 12:30 am Indian Standard Time (IST). Kevin Campbell Dies: Arsenal and Everton Legend Passes Away at Age 54 Following Short Illness.

Where to Get Italy vs Albania, UEFA Euro 2024 Live Telecast?

Sony Sports Network has broadcasting rights to the UEFA Euro 2024 tournament. Italy National Football Team vs Albania National Football Team group stage match live telecast viewing option is available on Sony Ten Sports 2, Sony Ten Sports 3, Sony Ten Sports 4 and Sony Ten Sports 5 SD/HD channels in India. For the ITA vs ALB online viewing option, read below. UEFA Euro 2024: Top Five Teams To Watch Out for in European Football Championship.

How to Watch Italy vs Albania UEFA Euro 2024 Live Streaming Online?

Good news for the fans, as the live streaming viewing option of the UEFA Euro 2024 will be available on Sony Liv mobile app and website. With the football extravaganza ongoing, fans can tune in to the SonyLiv App for Italy National Football Team vs Albania National Football Team live streaming.  Italy may not be at their very fluid best but they should secure a 1-0 win.

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