Italy hero Cristiana Girelli said that it's "very special" to be among the four best teams in Europe after leading her side into the women's Euro 2025 semi-finals. "To be among the four best teams in Europe feels very special.

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…