Gjasula scored own goal and for the opposing team. In extra time Albania secured draw with Croatia
Liam Carter
Dailysports's expert
Translated by the editors
On Wednesday, June 19, matches of the second round of the group stage began at UEFA Euro 2024. The 2nd round started with a match between Croatia and Albania.
Both teams lost their opening matches at the European Championship, with Croatia losing to Spain (0:3).
The first half was a tightly contested affair in which the underdog was more successful. Albanians took the lead on 11 minutes - Laci headed the ball into the Livakovic's net.
Croatia could not respond with anything significant for a long time. The Croatia did not get anything until the second half of the 2nd half. After that, the favorite broke through.
First, Kramaric, who celebrates his birthday today, restored parity. By the way, for the 33-year-old player, this goal was his debut at the European Championships.
And two minutes later, Croatia took the lead. Gjasula in the struggle cut the ball into the gate of the Albanian team.
However, Albania equalized in extra time. Gjasula redeemed himself and secured a draw for his team.
The teams have one point each after two rounds. In the final round of Group "B" Croatia will play Italy, Albania will meet Spain.
- Euro 2024, 2nd round
Croatia - Albania - 2:2
Goals: Kramaric, 74, Gjasulja, own goal, 76 - Laci, 11, Gjasulja, 90+6
