Italy kick off their Euro 2024 campaign against Albania in Dortmund. The Azzurri, reigning champions, have a strong record against Albania, winning all four past encounters, scoring seven goals and conceding just one in these matches. However, many Albanian players know Italy well, playing in Serie A.
Returning to the Euros after their debut in 2016, Albania topped their qualifying group for the first time. Italy, finishing behind England in their group, hope to shine with Gianluca Scamacca, fresh from a UEFA Europa League-winning season with Atalanta, leading their attack.
Coach Luciano Spalletti is eager to guide Italy far in Germany. Despite a famous penalty win over England last time, Italy face doubts and are in transition. Their group includes tough opponents Spain and Croatia, so escaping Group B will be a challenge.
Albania, led by coach Sylvinho, aim to avoid an early exit. Their recent friendly wins against Liechtenstein and Azerbaijan showed promise. With nothing to lose, they might just pull off a surprise or two. This match promises to be a thrilling start to Group B action.
What time is Italy vs. Albania kickoff?
This Euro 2024 match kicks off at Signal Iduna Park on June 15 at 9:00 p.m. local time in Dortmund.
Here's how that time translates across some of the major territories around the globe:
| Date | Kickoff time | |
| USA/Canada | Sat, Jun. 15 | 3 p.m. ET |
| USA/Canada | Sat, Jun. 15 | 12 p.m. PT |
| UK | Sat, Jun. 15 | 8 p.m. BST |
| Australia | Sun, Jun. 16 | 5 a.m. AEST |
| India | Sun, Jun. 16 | 12:30 a.m. IST |
Italy vs. Albania live stream, TV channel
Here's how to watch this Euro 2024 match across selected areas of the world's major regions:
| TV channel | Streaming | |
| USA | Fox Sports Network | Fubo, FOX Sports app/website, ViX |
| Canada | TVA Sports, TSN 1, TSN 4, CTV | TVA+, TVA app/website, CTV app |
| UK | BBC1 | iPlayer and BBC Sport website |
| Australia | — | Optus Sport |
| India | SONY TEN 2, SONY TEN 3 | JioTV, Sony LIV |
USA: Italy vs. Albania from Signal Iduna Park will be televised in the United States on the Fox Sports Network, with Spanish-language streaming via ViX. The game is also available to stream on Fubo, which is currently offering a FREE seven-day trial.
Radio coverage of the match can be followed on SiriusXM FC.
UK: This Italy vs. Albania Euro 2024 match will be broadcast in the UK on BBC1. Streaming can be found on iPlayer and the BBC Sport website.
Canada: Euro 2024 matches can be seen in Canada on TSN's respective TV channel and live streaming services. TVA and CTV will also be showing the match.
Australia: Australia's sole broadcaster for Euro 2024 is Optus Sport.
India: Euro 2024 matches are available to stream on JioTV and Sony LIV and Italy vs. Albania can also be viewed on Sony Ten Network on TV.
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Italy vs. Albania lineups & team news
Italy face Albania with some key players missing. Francesco Acerbi and Giorgio Scalvini are out of the tournament due to injuries. Nicolo Zaniolo, Domenico Berardi, and Destiny Udogie are also sidelined. Midfielder Sandro Tonali is suspended.
On the bright side, Davide Frattesi, Nicolo Fagioli, and Nicolo Barella are expected to play despite minor injuries. Barella, the key playmaker, created more chances and registered more assists than any other Italy player in qualifying.
Coach Spalletti has tried different setups recently. Gianluigi Donnarumma will surely start in goal. The main decision upfront is between Gianluca Scamacca and Genoa's Mateo Retegui.
Italy projected starting lineup: (3-4-2-1, right to left): Donnarumma (GK) — Darmian, Buongiorno, Bastoni — Di Lorenzo, Cristante, Jorginho, Dimarco — Frattesi, Chiesa — Scamacca.
For Albania, Atalanta defender Berat Djimsiti will captain the team. Playmaker Kristjan Asllani, fresh off a Scudetto win with Inter Milan, is ready to shine.
Nedim Bajrami and Marash Kumbulla, who faced relegation with Sassuolo, are also in the squad. Armando Broja will lead the attack after Sokol Cikalleshi's retirement.
Albania projected starting lineup: (4-2-3-1, right to left): E. Berisha (GK) — Hysaj, Ismajli, Djimsiti, Mitaj — Asllani, Ramadani — Asani, Bajrami, Seferi — Broja.
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