Italy hosts Team Denmark in the decisive game in Group C of the 2024/2025 IFAF Men’s European Championship qualifying tournament Saturday, October 26 at Vigorelli Velodrome in Milan, Italy.
Italy scored 45 unanswered points in beating Switzerland two weeks ago and last year’s bronze medalists, who have their sights set on repeating their 2021 title triumph, now face a Danish team that beat Switzerland 27-7 a week ago.
Watch live here. Denmark @ Italy, Oct. 26, 18:00 CET (6 pm, 12 noon EDT)
Two quarterbacks who have lit up Group C go head-to-head in Luke Zahradka of Italy and Denmark’s Alexander Bjerre.
“In our first game we played well but made several mistakes, leaving us with plenty to work on,” says Italy head coach Brian Michitti. “Our next opponent has demonstrated strong talent and excellent coaching. As always, we’ll approach this week of preparation with the intensity and focus of any championship game.”
Italy is one of Europe’s most decorated nations having won three European championships (1983, 1987, 2021) including the inaugural tournament, three silver medals and two bronze. Denmark is yet to feature in the medal rounds.