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Defending champions Italy begin their Euro 2024 adventure with a Group B clash against Albania.
The Axurrr, who beat England in the final three years ago on penalties at Wembley, finished second behind the Three Lions during the qualifiers.
That was enough to secure second place ahead of Ukraine, while Albania topped Group E, finishing ahead of the Czech Republic and Poland, who will also compete in Germany.
Italy midfielder Nicolo Barella is a doubt to play after missing both of his country's pre-tournament friendlies with a muscle injury. Barella has trained away from the main group, as has Nicolo Fagioli, who picked up a knock during the 1-0 win over Bosnia-Herzegovina.
Albania coach Sylvinho is likely to deploy Armando Broja as the starting striker after deciding not to call up Sokol Cikalles.
Statistics
Italy enter the game on the back of a six-match unbeaten run. In qualifying, Italy scored just 16 goals in eight matches, while winning half of those matches.
Albania also won four of their eight qualifying matches and they conceded just four goals in that time. Ahead of Euro 2024, they have won both of their pre-tournament friendlies, scoring six goals against Liechtenstein and Azerbaijan.
prediction
Having qualified top of their group, Albania will relish their chances of causing some trouble this summer. The Reds have scored six goals in their last two games but are unlikely to repeat that form when they face Italy.
The Axur have not made much noise in recent months, but they won against Bosnia, Ecuador and Venezuela.
With Saturday's game being the first for both teams at Euro 2024 and neither will want to lose, it will be a close result. The expected goal average is 2.5. / Adapt "Pamphlet" from "Live Score"
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