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ALB

Draw

ESP

BTTS

Albania takes on last-16-bound Spain in must-win clash.

In a crucial clash at Düsseldorf Arena, Albania aims to revive their European championship hopes with a victory over already-qualified Spain, as the two sides meet on Monday, June 24, at 14:00 [GMT+1].

Albania

A stoppage-time 2-2 draw against Croatia left Albania clinging to their Euro 2024 campaign. An own goal from Klaus Gjasulac in the 76th minute had given Croatia a 2-1 lead. However, an end-to-end encounter ensued, and Gjasulac atoned for his error by finding the net for Albania's equalizer.

His two goals at both ends of the pitch made him only the second player to score a goal and an own goal in a single match at the UEFA Euros. Having failed to win despite scoring first in their two opening games (0W, 1D, 1L), Albania must now end their winless streak to become one of the best third-placed teams aiming for a spot in the last 16.

The draw against Croatia leaves Albania with just one point, sitting in third place with a goal difference of -1. They face a daunting task against Spain, who have already qualified for the next round. However, a braver-than-expected Albania shouldn't find it too much of a problem with the right amount of courage and strategic play.

"We have analyzed Spain and studied them," said Asani, who excelled against Croatia. "We have nothing to lose, so we will try to do our best and get three points, even if that is going to be a big ask. If we have a bit of luck, we can do it."

Interestingly, no team has ever scored first in three consecutive Euro games and failed to win any of them. A 4-2-3-1 formation with Armando Broja leading the attack is anticipated from Sylvinho.

Spain

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It has been a walk in the park for Spain, who are now in the last sixteen after a 1-0 win over Italy. A dominant narrow win, borne of an own goal by the unfortunate but emerging Italian centre-back Riccardo Calafiori, got Spain over the line.

The three-time European champions have now won three consecutive games against Italy for the first time ever. Despite being a low-priority fixture, Spain, who sit at the top of Group B, will be looking to pick up a win against Albania and finish with a 100% record as group winners.

Victory on Monday will also leave La Roja with three consecutive opening victories in the European Championship for just the second time, having last achieved this feat in 2008. A 4—3—3 with Nico Williams, Álvaro Morata, and 16-year-old Lamine Yamal may be seen.

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