This archive report was first published on 12 July 2021.
Italy's victory in the Euro 2020 championship was marred by a series of tragic incidents, including a fatal car crash and a shooting in the streets.
On July 11, 2021, Italy's soccer team defeated England in the final match, winning the championship for the first time since 1968. The team's triumph sparked wild celebrations across the country, but the festivities turned deadly in some areas.
A 22-year-old man lost his life in a car crash in Caltagirone, Sicily, as he rushed to join the victory celebrations. In Milan, 15 people were injured, with three suffering serious injuries, including one who lost three fingers when a firework exploded in his hand.
Police in a town near Foggia believe a hitman took advantage of the chaos to settle a score, shooting dead his target in the crowd before escaping on a motorbike. The victim's six-year-old niece was also wounded in the attack and was in a 'very serious' condition, according to media reports.
Italy fans celebrate winning Euro 2020 at Piazza Duomo by the statue of Victor Emmanuel II (REUTERS)
Italy's Giorgio Chiellini, Leonardo Bonucci and teammates celebrate with the trophy after winning Euro 2020 (Pool via REUTERS)
