In head-to-head terms, Italy and Spain have met in 34 matches dating back as far as 1924. The Azzurri have claimed 12 wins compared to nine for La Furia Roja, while 13 games have been drawn.
Browsing: Nicolo Barella
At an empty Johan Cruyff Arena, Italy showed the greater urgency and quality throughout and were full value for the win that follows Friday’s disappointing 1-1 home draw with Bosnia
The Italian side needed a stoppage time leveller from Nicolo Barella to rescue a point after Peter Olayinka’s close-range finish midway through the second half had given the Czech champions the lead