Italy has beaten Norway 2-1 to advance to he semifinals at the Women’s European Championship. On a night of goals and drama for two veteran star strikers, Cristiani Girelli got the better of Ada Hegerberg.

An ecstatic Italy coach Andrea Soncin credited past players for paving the way after the Italians clinched their first European championship semi-final berth since 1997 thanks to a 90th-minute header from Cristiana Girelli.

Cristiana Girelli's 90th minute WINNER vs. Norway sends Italy to Euro Semi-final - Attacking Third

Italy captain Cristiana Girelli scored a 90th-minute winner as Italy beat Norway 2-1 to set up a potential semi-final against defending champions England.

Cristiana Girelli scored a 90th-minute winner as Italy beat Norway 2-1 on Wednesday to book their spot in the semi-finals at the Women's European Championship.

Italy relied on a mix of youth and experience to hold off Norway to advance to their first semi-final appearance since 1997. Cristiana Girelli, 35, scored two goals on the night, with both assisted by 25-year-old forward Sofia Cantore. Here are some of the key factors from the historic Euros quarter-final match…

Ada Hegerberg scored in the 66th minute to bring Norway level at 1-1 against Italy. 49 MINS AGO・UEFA Women's EURO・0:40

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